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Pines Middle School

Middle School · BROWARD

200 N DOUGLAS RD, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024

Enrollment

604

Student-Teacher

20.1:1

Score

3.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#3,601 of 3,778

In Pembroke Pines

#29 of 29

public schools

In district

#311 of 319

BROWARD

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Pines Middle School

3.5/10

Middle School in Pembroke Pines · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pines Middle School

Pines Middle School is a public middle school in Pembroke Pines, FL, part of BROWARD. Pines Middle School serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Pines Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,601 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Pines Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.7
  • FL avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Pines Middle School runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

34% of students at Pines 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-25.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism33.6%

Pines Middle School — Students at Pines Middle School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
52.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.8% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
29.1%
ELA
38.4%
2024
Math
30.3%
ELA
45.7%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Pines Middle School Compares

See how Pines Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
5th percentile in FL
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

200 N DOUGLAS RD, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pines Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOMERSET PREPARATORY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Miramar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW RENAISSANCE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Miramar), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pembroke Pines, see our Pembroke Pines schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ATLANTIC MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL Pembroke Pines 0.6 mi 8.7
TANGLEWOOD ACADEMY Pembroke Pines 0.7 mi
CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Pembroke Pines 0.9 mi 6.5
PINES LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pembroke Pines 1.0 mi 5.6
PASADENA LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pembroke Pines 1.2 mi 6.6
SOMERSET NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Miramar 1.3 mi 7.5
SOMERSET PREPARATORY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Miramar 1.3 mi 7.2
SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL MIRAMAR CAMPUS Miramar 1.3 mi 7.0
BROWARD YOUTH TREATMENT CENTER Pembroke Pines 1.3 mi 4.2
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOLS AT PINES Pembroke Pines 1.3 mi 8.0
RENAISSANCE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL AT PINES Pembroke Pines 1.3 mi 9.4
KIDS OF PROMISE PRESCHOOL Pembroke Pines 1.3 mi
FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Hollywood 1.7 mi 7.4
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT COOPER CITY Cooper City 1.7 mi 8.4
SEA CASTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miramar 1.8 mi 8.5
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE AT DAVIE Pembroke Pines 1.8 mi 9.0
PEMBROKE PINES CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pembroke Pines 1.9 mi 7.6
LYCEE FRANCO-AMERICAIN Cooper City 2.1 mi 7.4
NEW RENAISSANCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Miramar 2.2 mi 4.1
EMBASSY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cooper City 2.2 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,501

Median Home Value

$365,200

Median Rent

$1,724/mo

Population

75,579

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pines Middle School

What grades does Pines Middle School serve?

Pines Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Pines Middle School?

Pines Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pines Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pines Middle School is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pines Middle School rank in FL?

Pines Middle School ranks #3,601 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Pines Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pines Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Pines Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pines Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Pines Middle School a charter school?

No, Pines Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pines Middle School a Title I school?

No, Pines Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pines Middle School?

47.4% of students at Pines 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Broward County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

District

BROWARD
District Enrollment
251,408
Schools in District
325
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,121
District Rank
#311 of 319

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