Serving 782 students in grades 6-8, Silver Lakes Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Silver Lakes Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Silver Lakes Middle School's student population of 782 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
Silver Lakes Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lakes Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3124 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
74%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Silver Lakes Middle School is ranked #3124 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Silver Lakes Middle School?
782 students attend Silver Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Silver Lakes Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Lakes Middle School?
Silver Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Lakes Middle School offer ?
Silver Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Silver Lakes Middle School part of?
Silver Lakes Middle School is part of Broward School District.
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View the Silver Lakes Middle School below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
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It's not the place but it sure gets you ready for life.
Review Silver Lakes Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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