Serving 927 students in grades 6-8, Margate 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Margate Middle School's student population of 927 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
927 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Margate 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 Margate Middle School is 0.54, 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
#2796 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
38%
Black
62%
21%
White
6%
34%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margate Middle School's ranking?
Margate Middle School is ranked #2796 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Margate Middle School?
927 students attend Margate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Margate Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Margate Middle School?
Margate Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Margate Middle School offer ?
Margate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Margate Middle School part of?
Margate Middle School is part of Broward School District.
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