NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL

NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the BROWARD school district, located in FORT LAUDERDALE, FL with about 1,529 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 86 teachers, NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a public middle school that operates under the Broward County Public Schools district. Situated on Riverland Road, the school serves a diverse student population and is well-regarded for its specialized academic offerings, most notably its acclaimed Marine Science magnet program. This program leverages the school’s proximity to local waterways to provide students with hands-on, research-based learning opportunities in oceanography and environmental science, often integrating technology and field studies into the core curriculum.

Beyond its focus on marine sciences, NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL is committed to fostering a comprehensive educational environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and personal development. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student clubs, designed to engage students during their transitional middle school years. As part of the broader Broward County school system, it adheres to district-wide standards for college and career readiness, striving to prepare its students for the transition to high school through rigorous instruction and supportive faculty guidance.

For more information, contact NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL at (754) 323-3600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.