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Woodlands Middle School

Middle School · PALM BEACH

5200 LYONS RD, Lake Worth, FL 33467

Enrollment

1,242

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,947 of 3,778

In Lake Worth

#13 of 16

public schools

In district

#143 of 221

PALM BEACH

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Woodlands Middle School

6.2/10

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

Palm Beach School for Autism

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About Woodlands Middle School

Woodlands Middle School is a public middle school in Lake Worth, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Woodlands Middle School serves approximately 1,242 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlands Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,947 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Woodlands Middle School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • FL avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-15 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.4 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Woodlands Middle School — Students at Woodlands Middle School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
52.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.8% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 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
70%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2013
ELA
62%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
56.9%
ELA
58.3%
2024
Math
40.7%
ELA
52%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Woodlands Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in FL
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
71 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

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

5200 LYONS RD, Lake Worth, FL 33467

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodlands Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. POLO PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Wellington), which scores notably higher. Another option is EMERALD COVE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Wellington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OKEEHEELEE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Greenacres), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lake Worth, see our Lake Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PALM BEACH SCHOOL FOR AUTISM Lake Worth Fl 0.9 mi 7.4
WELLINGTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lake Worth 1.2 mi 7.9
DISCOVERY KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 1.6 mi 7.4
CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 2.1 mi 8.3
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WELLINGTON Wellington 2.3 mi 6.7
EQUESTRIAN TRAILS ELEMENTARY Wellington 2.3 mi 9.3
PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 2.2 mi 9.4
EMERALD COVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Wellington 2.5 mi 7.9
MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 3.0 mi 7.7
GOLIATH ACADEMY Greenacres 2.9 mi 6.1
GOLIATH ACADEMY Lake Worth 3.0 mi 6.5
MONTESSORI ACADEMYOF EARLY ENRICHMENT INC Greenacres 3.0 mi 4.8
LIBERTY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres 3.2 mi 4.7
INDIAN PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 3.1 mi 6.2
POLO PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Wellington 3.3 mi 8.3
FOREST TRAIL ACADEMY Wellington 3.4 mi
PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Wellington 3.6 mi 6.7
FUTURE KIDS Lake Worth 3.4 mi
OKEEHEELEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenacres 3.9 mi 5.0
PARK VISTA COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Lake Worth 4.0 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,053

Median Home Value

$413,600

Median Rent

$1,975/mo

Population

56,447

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

86.6%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

49.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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LAKELAND HIGHLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland, FL 6.2
OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala, FL 6.2
PALM HARBOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Harbor, FL 6.2
SHENANDOAH MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodlands Middle School

What grades does Woodlands Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Woodlands Middle School?

Woodlands Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,242 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodlands Middle School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodlands Middle School rank in FL?

Woodlands Middle School ranks #1,947 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Woodlands Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodlands Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Woodlands Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlands Middle School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Woodlands Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Woodlands Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

43.2% of students at Woodlands 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,242
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
71
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Palm Beach County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

District

PALM BEACH
District Enrollment
189,777
Schools in District
235
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,897
District Rank
#143 of 221

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