Serving 835 students in grades 6-8, Kathleen 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kathleen Middle School's student population of 835 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Kathleen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kathleen 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
#3313 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
36%
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
77%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kathleen Middle School's ranking?
Kathleen Middle School is ranked #3313 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kathleen Middle School often compared to?
Kathleen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sleepy Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kathleen Middle School?
835 students attend Kathleen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Kathleen Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kathleen Middle School?
Kathleen Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kathleen Middle School offer ?
Kathleen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kathleen Middle School part of?
Kathleen Middle School is part of Polk School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FALL BREAK � STUDENT, Teacher and Paraeducator (Paid 11/27 and 11/28)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK WEEK � NO SCHOOL
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS � STUDENT EARLY DISMISSAL
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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