Serving 881 students in grades 6-8, Markham Woods 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Markham Woods Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Markham Woods Middle School's student population of 881 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
881 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Markham Woods 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 Markham Woods Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1274 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%

Hispanic
24%
37%

Black
24%
21%

White
41%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Markham Woods Middle School's ranking?
Markham Woods Middle School is ranked #1274 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Markham Woods Middle School often compared to?
Markham Woods Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Markham Woods Middle School?
881 students attend Markham Woods Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Markham Woods Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Markham Woods Middle School?
Markham Woods Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Markham Woods Middle School offer ?
Markham Woods Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Markham Woods Middle School part of?
Markham Woods Middle School is part of Seminole School District.
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