Serving 1,387 students in grades 6-8, L C Swain 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L C Swain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
L C Swain Middle School's student population of 1,387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Motto
'Educate. Affirm. Inspire.'
School Rankings
L C Swain 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 L C Swain Middle School is 0.46, 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
#3055 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
10%
35%
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
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 L C Swain Middle School's ranking?
L C Swain Middle School is ranked #3055 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are L C Swain Middle School often compared to?
L C Swain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tradewinds Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend L C Swain Middle School?
1,387 students attend L C Swain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of L C Swain Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 2% 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 L C Swain Middle School?
L C Swain Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does L C Swain Middle School offer ?
L C Swain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is L C Swain Middle School part of?
L C Swain Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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