Serving 1,746 students in grades 6-8, Shields 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 29% (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 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shields Middle School's student population of 1,746 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shields 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 Shields Middle School is 0.58, 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
#3319 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
58%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shields Middle School's ranking?
Shields Middle School is ranked #3319 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Shields Middle School often compared to?
Shields Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 Shields Middle School?
1,746 students attend Shields Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Shields Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shields Middle School?
Shields Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shields Middle School offer ?
Shields Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Shields Middle School part of?
Shields Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days*
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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