Serving 691 students in grades 6-8, Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School's student population of 691 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Academy Canyons 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
#1039 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
30%
21%
White
36%
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
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School's ranking?
Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School is ranked #1039 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School often compared to?
Somerset Academy Canyons Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christa Mcauliffe Middle School, Woodlands Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School?
691 students attend Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School?
Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School offer ?
Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School part of?
Somerset Academy Canyons Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving / Fall Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors Last Day of School Luau
May 09, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School! / Final Exam Make-ups / Early Release
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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