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#2233 of 3,778 schools in FL
Lake Placid Middle School
Middle School · HIGHLANDS
201 S TANGERINE AVE, Lake Placid, FL 33852
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,233 of 3,778
In Lake Placid
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#11 of 18
HIGHLANDS
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Lake Placid Middle School
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About Lake Placid Middle School
Lake Placid Middle School is a public middle school in Lake Placid, FL, part of HIGHLANDS. Lake Placid Middle School serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Placid Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,233 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Placid Middle School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Lake Placid 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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Lake Placid Middle School — Students at Lake Placid Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
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: 6.1/10.
How Lake Placid Middle School Compares
See how Lake Placid 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
201 S TANGERINE AVE, Lake Placid, FL 33852
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Placid Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LAKE COUNTRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CATHERINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Sebring), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CRACKER TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Sebring), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Placid, see our Lake Placid schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE PLACID HIGH SCHOOL Lake Placid | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| LAKE PLACID ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Placid | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Placid | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| OASIS ADONAI ACADEMY Lake Placid | 2.3 mi | — |
| LAKE COUNTRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Placid | 3.4 mi | 8.2 |
| CRACKER TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring | 9.7 mi | 7.4 |
| INDEPENDENT BAPTIST ACADEMY Sebring | 10.7 mi | — |
| INDEPENDENT BAPTIST ACADEMY OF SEBRING Sebring | 10.7 mi | — |
| SEBRING PRE-K CENTER Sebring | 12.5 mi | — |
| THE ACADEMY AT YOUTH CARE LANE Sebring | 13.0 mi | 3.4 |
| FRED WILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring | 13.3 mi | 5.7 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sebring | 13.5 mi | 7.3 |
| SEBRING HIGH SCHOOL Sebring | 13.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ST CATHERINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sebring | 13.7 mi | 7.5 |
| NON-ENROLLED PK EXCEPTIONAL ED PROGRAM Sebring | 14.5 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS COUNTY HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND PROGRAM Sebring | 14.5 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS COUNTY SCHOOLS JAIL PROGRAM Sebring | 14.5 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS VIRTUAL SCHOOL Sebring | 14.5 mi | 7.2 |
| SEBRING MIDDLE SCHOOL Sebring | 14.5 mi | 6.0 |
| DIVINE ACADEMY INC. Sebring | 14.8 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33852 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,841
Median Home Value
$205,800
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
21,630
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
54.8
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| CITRUS SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Citrus Springs, FL | 5.8 |
| CLIFFORD MEIGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Shalimar, FL | 5.8 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockledge, FL | 5.8 |
| MCNICOL MIDDLE SCHOOL Hollywood, FL | 5.8 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 5.8 |
| RUBEN DARIO MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Placid Middle School
What grades does Lake Placid Middle School serve?
Lake Placid Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lake Placid Middle School?
Lake Placid Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Placid Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Placid Middle School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Placid Middle School rank in FL?
Lake Placid Middle School ranks #2,233 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lake Placid Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Placid Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Lake Placid Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Placid Middle School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lake Placid Middle School a charter school?
No, Lake Placid Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Placid Middle School a Title I school?
No, Lake Placid Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Placid Middle School?
80.8% of students at Lake Placid 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Highlands County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.8%
- Phone
- (863) 699-5030
Resources & Links
District
HIGHLANDS- District Enrollment
- 12,175
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,585
- District Rank
- #11 of 18
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