Serving 781 students in grades 6-8, Swift Creek 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 72% (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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swift Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Swift Creek Middle School's student population of 781 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Black, White, Teal
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wolves
School Rankings
Swift Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swift Creek 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
#858 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
31%
21%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swift Creek Middle School's ranking?
Swift Creek Middle School is ranked #858 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Swift Creek Middle School often compared to?
Swift Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Middle School, William J Montford Iii Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% 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 Swift Creek Middle School?
781 students attend Swift Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Swift Creek Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swift Creek Middle School?
Swift Creek Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swift Creek Middle School offer ?
Swift Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swift Creek Middle School part of?
Swift Creek Middle School is part of Leon School District.
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