Serving 572 students in grades 6-8, Plantation Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plantation Middle School's student population of 572 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plantation Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plantation Middle School is 0.40, which is less 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
#3262 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
76%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plantation Middle School's ranking?
Plantation Middle School is ranked #3262 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Plantation Middle School?
572 students attend Plantation Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Plantation Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plantation Middle School?
Plantation Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plantation Middle School offer ?
Plantation Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Plantation Middle School part of?
Plantation 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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