Serving 1,020 students in grades 6-8, Timber Springs Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 69% 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: 1,020 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timber Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Timber Springs Middle School's student population of 1,020 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,020 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Timber Springs 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 Timber Springs Middle School is 0.67, 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
#945 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
47%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timber Springs Middle School's ranking?
Timber Springs Middle School is ranked #945 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Timber Springs Middle School often compared to?
Timber Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Middle School, Avalon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Timber Springs Middle School?
1,020 students attend Timber Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Timber Springs Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timber Springs Middle School?
Timber Springs Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Timber Springs Middle School offer ?
Timber Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Timber Springs Middle School part of?
Timber Springs Middle School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
View the Timber Springs Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
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