Serving 1,012 students in grades 6-8, Sawgrass Springs 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,012 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sawgrass Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sawgrass Springs Middle School's student population of 1,012 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,012 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sawgrass Springs 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 Sawgrass Springs Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1764 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
35%
21%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sawgrass Springs Middle School's ranking?
Sawgrass Springs Middle School is ranked #1764 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sawgrass Springs Middle School often compared to?
Sawgrass Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramblewood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sawgrass Springs Middle School?
1,012 students attend Sawgrass Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Sawgrass Springs Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sawgrass Springs Middle School?
Sawgrass Springs Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sawgrass Springs Middle School offer ?
Sawgrass Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sawgrass Springs Middle School part of?
Sawgrass Springs Middle School is part of Broward School District.
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