Below Average
#3191 of 3,778 schools in FL
Deerfield Beach Middle School
Middle School · BROWARD
701 SE 6TH AVE, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Enrollment
1,127
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,127
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,191 of 3,778
In Deerfield Beach
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#272 of 319
BROWARD
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Deerfield Beach Middle School
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About Deerfield Beach Middle School
Deerfield Beach Middle School is a public middle school in Deerfield Beach, FL, part of BROWARD. Deerfield Beach Middle School serves approximately 1,127 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Deerfield Beach Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,191 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Deerfield Beach Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Deerfield Beach Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Deerfield Beach Middle School — Students at Deerfield Beach Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.1/10.
How Deerfield Beach Middle School Compares
See how Deerfield Beach 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
701 SE 6TH AVE, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deerfield Beach Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Boca Raton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOMERSET ACADEMY KEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Deerfield Beach, see our Deerfield Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,257
Median Home Value
$381,700
Median Rent
$1,544/mo
Population
30,214
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
56.1%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
42.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deerfield Beach Middle School
What grades does Deerfield Beach Middle School serve?
Deerfield Beach Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Deerfield Beach Middle School?
Deerfield Beach Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deerfield Beach Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deerfield Beach Middle School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deerfield Beach Middle School rank in FL?
Deerfield Beach Middle School ranks #3,191 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Deerfield Beach Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Deerfield Beach Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Deerfield Beach Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deerfield Beach Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Deerfield Beach Middle School a charter school?
No, Deerfield Beach Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deerfield Beach Middle School a Title I school?
No, Deerfield Beach Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deerfield Beach Middle School?
56.8% of students at Deerfield Beach 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
- 1,127
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (754) 322-3300
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #272 of 319
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