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#1946 of 3,778 schools in FL
Bear Lakes Middle School
Middle School · PALM BEACH
3505 SHENANDOAH BLVD, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Enrollment
850
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
850
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,946 of 3,778
In West Palm Beach
#26 of 49
public schools
In district
#142 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Bear Lakes Middle School
Bear Lakes Middle School is a public middle school in West Palm Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Bear Lakes Middle School serves approximately 850 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bear Lakes Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,946 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Bear Lakes Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bear Lakes Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Bear Lakes Middle School — Students at Bear Lakes Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Bear Lakes Middle School Compares
See how Bear Lakes Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3505 SHENANDOAH BLVD, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bear Lakes Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JEAGA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.9/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33409 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,206
Median Home Value
$282,900
Median Rent
$1,633/mo
Population
32,921
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
46.7%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
34.8
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| AVON PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Avon Park, FL | 6.2 |
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| NORLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 6.2 |
| OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala, FL | 6.2 |
| PALM HARBOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Harbor, FL | 6.2 |
| SHOAL RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Crestview, FL | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bear Lakes Middle School
What grades does Bear Lakes Middle School serve?
Bear Lakes Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bear Lakes Middle School?
Bear Lakes Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 850 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bear Lakes Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bear Lakes Middle School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bear Lakes Middle School rank in FL?
Bear Lakes Middle School ranks #1,946 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Bear Lakes Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bear Lakes Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bear Lakes Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bear Lakes Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bear Lakes Middle School a charter school?
No, Bear Lakes Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bear Lakes Middle School a Title I school?
No, Bear Lakes Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bear Lakes Middle School?
65.9% of students at Bear Lakes Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 850
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.2%
- Phone
- (561) 615-7700
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #142 of 221
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