Denison Middle School

Denison Middle School is a regular public middle school located in Winter Haven, Florida. Serving students in grades six through eight, the school has an enrollment of 729 students and employs 34 full-time equivalent teachers. With a student-teacher ratio of 21.4:1, Denison aims to provide individualized attention and support to its students.

Academically, Denison Middle School currently ranks #3495 out of 3816 schools in Florida, placing it at the 8th percentile. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 2.8/10, with an academic score of 1.9/10. In ELA and reading proficiency tests, 26% of students are rated proficient or above, while a similar percentage (26%) demonstrate proficiency in math.

While these scores indicate room for improvement, the school is dedicated to fostering student development and growth. Denison Middle School is situated in a small city setting within Winter Haven, offering a close-knit community environment where students can thrive both academically and socially.

While current test scores at Denison Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

The student-teacher ratio at Denison Middle School is 21.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.