Serving 554 students in grades 6-8, Jewett Middle Magnet ranks in the top 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 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jewett Middle Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jewett Middle Magnet's student population of 554 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jewett Middle Magnet ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jewett Middle Magnet is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1550 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
28%
36%
Black
29%
21%
White
38%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jewett Middle Magnet's ranking?
Jewett Middle Magnet is ranked #1550 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jewett Middle Magnet often compared to?
Jewett Middle Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Alfred Polytech Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jewett Middle Magnet?
554 students attend Jewett Middle Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Jewett Middle Magnet students are White, 29% of students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jewett Middle Magnet?
Jewett Middle Magnet has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jewett Middle Magnet offer ?
Jewett Middle Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jewett Middle Magnet part of?
Jewett Middle Magnet is part of Polk School District.
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