Silver Trail Middle School

18300 Sheridan St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33331
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 1,187 students in grades 6-8, Silver Trail Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,187 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : Top 20% in FL
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 63% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Silver Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Silver Trail Middle School's student population of 1,187 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,187 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Silver Trail Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Trail Middle School is 0.59, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#619 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
71%
52%
67%
52%
63%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
60%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
17%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silver Trail Middle School's ranking?
Silver Trail Middle School is ranked #619 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Silver Trail Middle School often compared to?
Silver Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falcon Cove Middle School, Glades Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Silver Trail Middle School?
1,187 students attend Silver Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Silver Trail Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Trail Middle School?
Silver Trail Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Trail Middle School offer ?
Silver Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Trail Middle School part of?
Silver Trail Middle School is part of Broward School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,187 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 63% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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