Serving 1,161 students in grades 6-8, Lake Worth Community 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 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Worth Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake Worth Community Middle School's student population of 1,161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Campus Size
15
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Mascot
Indian Warrior
School Rankings
Lake Worth Community 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 Lake Worth Community Middle School is 0.52, 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
#3449 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
66%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Worth Community Middle School's ranking?
Lake Worth Community Middle School is ranked #3449 out of 3,662 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Worth Community Middle School?
1,161 students attend Lake Worth Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lake Worth Community Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Worth Community Middle School?
Lake Worth Community Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Worth Community Middle School offer ?
Lake Worth Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Worth Community Middle School part of?
Lake Worth Community Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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