Needs Improvement
#3723 of 3,778 schools in FL
Westwood Middle School
Middle School · POLK
3520 AVENUE J NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881
Enrollment
829
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
829
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,723 of 3,778
In Winter Haven
#19 of 19
public schools
In district
#150 of 155
POLK
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Westwood Middle School
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About Westwood Middle School
Westwood Middle School is a public middle school in Winter Haven, FL, part of POLK. Westwood Middle School serves approximately 829 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,723 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Westwood Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
67% of students at Westwood 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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Westwood Middle School — Students at Westwood Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
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
↓ 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: 3.4/10.
How Westwood Middle School Compares
See how Westwood 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
3520 AVENUE J NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FUTURE SCHOLARS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Winterhaven), which scores notably higher. Another option is FUTURE SCHOLARS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CYPRESS JUNCTION MONTESSORI (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winter Haven, see our Winter Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33881 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,867
Median Home Value
$177,400
Median Rent
$1,153/mo
Population
39,189
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
43.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westwood Middle School
What grades does Westwood Middle School serve?
Westwood Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Westwood Middle School?
Westwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 829 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Middle School is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westwood Middle School rank in FL?
Westwood Middle School ranks #3,723 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Westwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Westwood Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westwood Middle School a charter school?
No, Westwood Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westwood Middle School a Title I school?
No, Westwood Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westwood Middle School?
77.8% of students at Westwood 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
- 829
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.2%
- Phone
- (863) 965-5484
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #150 of 155
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