Serving 752 students in grades 6-8, Crestwood Community 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to 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 82% 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: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestwood Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crestwood Community Middle School's student population of 752 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crestwood Community Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crestwood Community Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1320 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
34%
38%
Black
41%
21%
White
18%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood Community Middle School's ranking?
Crestwood Community Middle School is ranked #1320 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Community Middle School?
752 students attend Crestwood Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Crestwood Community Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestwood Community Middle School?
Crestwood Community Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crestwood Community Middle School offer ?
Crestwood Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crestwood Community Middle School part of?
Crestwood Community Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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