Serving 998 students in grades 6-8, Tavares Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tavares Middle School's student population of 998 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Rankings
Tavares 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 Tavares Middle School is 0.64, 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
#2281 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tavares Middle School's ranking?
Tavares Middle School is ranked #2281 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tavares Middle School often compared to?
Tavares Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Dora Middle School, Eustis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tavares Middle School?
998 students attend Tavares Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Tavares Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tavares Middle School?
Tavares Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tavares Middle School offer ?
Tavares Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tavares Middle School part of?
Tavares Middle School is part of Lake School District.
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