FORT MEADE MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
786 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Fort Meade Middle/Senior High School, located in Fort Meade, Florida, is a combined secondary institution serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the Polk County Public Schools district, the school functions as a central educational hub for the local community, offering a unified academic environment that transitions students from middle school through their high school graduation. The school emphasizes a commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.
The school’s culture is deeply rooted in the "Miners" spirit, and it offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic programs designed to foster student engagement. By maintaining a single campus for middle and high schoolers, the institution provides a unique sense of continuity, allowing for mentorship opportunities between older and younger students. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with families, providing resources, calendar updates, and information regarding its curriculum and community outreach initiatives.
The school’s culture is deeply rooted in the "Miners" spirit, and it offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic programs designed to foster student engagement. By maintaining a single campus for middle and high schoolers, the institution provides a unique sense of continuity, allowing for mentorship opportunities between older and younger students. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with families, providing resources, calendar updates, and information regarding its curriculum and community outreach initiatives.
786
Total Students
49.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 271 |
| Hispanic | 388 |
| Black | 103 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 20 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic388 (49.4 %)
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White271 (34.5 %)
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Black103 (13.1 %)
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Two or More20 (2.5 %)
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Asian2 (0.3 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | POLK |
| Phone: | (863)285-1180 |
| Website: | http://schools.polk-fl.net/fmmshs |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 786 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 49.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 560 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
116
Grade 7
122
Grade 8
132
Grade 9
104
Grade 10
109
Grade 11
111
Grade 12
92
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 116 |
| Grade 7 | 122 |
| Grade 8 | 132 |
| Grade 9 | 104 |
| Grade 10 | 109 |
| Grade 11 | 111 |
| Grade 12 | 92 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 373 | 47.5% |
| Male | 413 | 52.5% |
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