Below Average
#3341 of 3,778 schools in FL
Sleepy Hill Middle School
Middle School · POLK
2215 SLEEPY HILL RD, Lakeland, FL 33810
Enrollment
1,087
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,087
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,341 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#46 of 58
public schools
In district
#124 of 155
POLK
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Sleepy Hill Middle School
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About Sleepy Hill Middle School
Sleepy Hill Middle School is a public middle school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Sleepy Hill Middle School serves approximately 1,087 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sleepy Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,341 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sleepy Hill Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sleepy Hill 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.
Sleepy Hill Middle School runs 22.6:1 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.
51% of students at Sleepy Hill 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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Sleepy Hill Middle School — Students at Sleepy Hill Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.4%
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
↓ 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: 6.0/10.
How Sleepy Hill Middle School Compares
See how Sleepy Hill 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
2215 SLEEPY HILL RD, Lakeland, FL 33810
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sleepy Hill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACADEMY PREP CENTER OF LAKELAND (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KATHLEEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LAKE GIBSON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,738
Median Home Value
$245,300
Median Rent
$1,407/mo
Population
52,734
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
42.2
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|---|---|
| DENN JOHN MIDDLE SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 4.2 |
| FOREST GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce, FL | 4.2 |
| HUDSON ACADEMY Hudson, FL | 4.2 |
| JUDSON B WALKER MIDDLE Orlando, FL | 4.2 |
| KISSIMMEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 4.2 |
| LAUDERDALE LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes, FL | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sleepy Hill Middle School
What grades does Sleepy Hill Middle School serve?
Sleepy Hill Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sleepy Hill Middle School?
Sleepy Hill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,087 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sleepy Hill Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sleepy Hill Middle School is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sleepy Hill Middle School rank in FL?
Sleepy Hill Middle School ranks #3,341 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sleepy Hill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sleepy Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Sleepy Hill Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sleepy Hill Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sleepy Hill Middle School a charter school?
No, Sleepy Hill Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sleepy Hill Middle School a Title I school?
No, Sleepy Hill Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sleepy Hill Middle School?
75.4% of students at Sleepy Hill 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
- 1,087
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.1%
- Phone
- (863) 815-6577
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #124 of 155
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