Serving 1,016 students in grades 6-8, Woodland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodland Middle School's student population of 1,016 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,016 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1254 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
62%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Middle School's ranking?
Woodland Middle School is ranked #1254 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Woodland Middle School often compared to?
Woodland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heron Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Woodland Middle School?
1,016 students attend Woodland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Woodland Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodland Middle School?
Woodland Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodland Middle School offer ?
Woodland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Woodland Middle School part of?
Woodland Middle School is part of Sarasota School District.
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