Serving 736 students in grades 6-8, Bair 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bair Middle School's student population of 736 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bair Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bair Middle School is 0.52, 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
#2825 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
66%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bair Middle School's ranking?
Bair Middle School is ranked #2825 out of 3,704 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bair Middle School?
736 students attend Bair Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Bair Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bair Middle School?
Bair Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bair Middle School offer ?
Bair Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bair Middle School part of?
Bair Middle School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Bair Middle School located?
Bair Middle School is located in the Alta Vista neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
School Reviews
5 2/14/2015
The warm, welcoming atmosphere is what draws a parent in. Student work is on the walls, teachers, administration, staff members monitoring the halls with smiles on their faces, an inviting place to be. Top notch programs for today's highly competitive work force available as early as 6th grade. Bair Middle School offers these types of programs and so much more for each and every child.
5 2/14/2015
I would recommend Bair MIddle School for it's great administration, teaches and programs offered. STEM, LEEO and JADA are great educational advantages for middle school students.
Bair offers sports teams and a variety organized clubs for your middle schooler's interests.
Great school on it's way to being even greater!
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