Serving 1,153 students in grades 6-8, Conniston 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Conniston Middle School's student population of 1,153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,153 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Conniston 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 Conniston Middle School is 0.47, 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
#2659 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
71%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
12%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conniston Middle School's ranking?
Conniston Middle School is ranked #2659 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Conniston Middle School often compared to?
Conniston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Conniston Middle School?
1,153 students attend Conniston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Conniston Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conniston Middle School?
Conniston Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Conniston Middle School offer ?
Conniston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Conniston Middle School part of?
Conniston Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Conniston Middle School located?
Conniston Middle School is located in the Vedado neighborhood of West Palm Beach, FL.
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