Serving 1,757 students in grades 6-8, Lyons Creek Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyons Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lyons Creek Middle School's student population of 1,757 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyons Creek Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyons Creek Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1514 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
43%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyons Creek Middle School's ranking?
Lyons Creek Middle School is ranked #1514 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lyons Creek Middle School often compared to?
Lyons Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield Beach Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lyons Creek Middle School?
1,757 students attend Lyons Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lyons Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyons Creek Middle School?
Lyons Creek Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lyons Creek Middle School offer ?
Lyons Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lyons Creek Middle School part of?
Lyons Creek Middle School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
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