Below Average
#3100 of 3,778 schools in FL
Tavares Middle School
Middle School · LAKE
1335 LANE PARK CUTOFF OFC, Tavares, FL 32778
Enrollment
998
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
998
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,100 of 3,778
In Tavares
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#39 of 50
LAKE
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About Tavares Middle School
Tavares Middle School is a public middle school in Tavares, FL, part of LAKE. Tavares Middle School serves approximately 998 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Tavares Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,100 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Tavares Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Tavares 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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Tavares Middle School — Students at Tavares Middle School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
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: 4.7/10.
How Tavares Middle School Compares
See how Tavares 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
1335 LANE PARK CUTOFF OFC, Tavares, FL 32778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tavares Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ASTATULA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Astatula), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE HILLS SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Howey In The Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (rated 6.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Eustis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tavares, see our Tavares schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ADVENTURE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tavares | 0.8 mi | — |
| LAKE COUNTY ACER PROGRAM Tavares | 2.2 mi | — |
| TAVARES HIGH SCHOOL Tavares | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| NONSCHOOL EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION Tavares | 2.9 mi | — |
| NON SCHOOL PK Tavares | 2.9 mi | — |
| TAVARES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tavares | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ASTATULA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Astatula | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN PREP SCHOOL Tavares | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PINECREST ACADEMY TAVARES Tavares | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| LAKE SUCCESS ACADEMY Howey Iin The Hills | 4.4 mi | — |
| MILESTONES COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF LAKE COUNTY Leesburg | 4.5 mi | — |
| LAKE HILLS SCHOOL Howey In The Hills | 4.9 mi | 6.9 |
| TRIANGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Dora | 4.9 mi | 4.8 |
| CREATE CONSERVATORY Leesburg | 5.3 mi | — |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eustis | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LAKE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Eustis | 5.5 mi | — |
| LAKE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Eustis | 5.5 mi | 6.6 |
| TREADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg | 5.7 mi | 5.5 |
| EUSTIS HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eustis | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| DBA MOUNT DORA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Dora | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,815
Median Home Value
$241,500
Median Rent
$1,384/mo
Population
25,099
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
53.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Leesburg, FL | 4.6 |
| CHASCO MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Richey, FL | 4.6 |
| CRYSTAL RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Crystal River, FL | 4.6 |
| HOMESTEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Homestead, FL | 4.6 |
| HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 4.6 |
| INVERNESS MIDDLE SCHOOL Inverness, FL | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tavares Middle School
What grades does Tavares Middle School serve?
Tavares Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Tavares Middle School?
Tavares Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 998 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tavares Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tavares Middle School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tavares Middle School rank in FL?
Tavares Middle School ranks #3,100 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Tavares Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tavares Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Tavares Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tavares Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tavares Middle School a charter school?
No, Tavares Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tavares Middle School a Title I school?
No, Tavares Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tavares Middle School?
47.6% of students at Tavares 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
- 998
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.6%
- Phone
- (352) 343-4545
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #39 of 50
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