Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Crystal Lake 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 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crystal Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crystal Lake Middle School's student population of 753 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
One School, One Goal
School Rankings
Crystal Lake Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crystal Lake Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3305 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
28%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal Lake Middle School's ranking?
Crystal Lake Middle School is ranked #3305 out of 3,662 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crystal Lake Middle School?
753 students attend Crystal Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Crystal Lake Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crystal Lake Middle School?
Crystal Lake Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crystal Lake Middle School offer ?
Crystal Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crystal Lake Middle School part of?
Crystal Lake Middle School is part of Polk School District.
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