Middle Schools in Hendry

The Hendry school district in Florida is home to two middle schools: Labelle Middle School and Clewiston Middle School. While both schools serve students in grades 6-8, the data suggests that Labelle Middle School is the stronger performer overall, with a higher statewide ranking and better academic outcomes on most measures.

Labelle Middle School outperforms Clewiston Middle School and the Hendry district average on end-of-course exams and FAST assessments, particularly in math and Civics. However, both schools struggle with English Language Arts and Science performance, with proficiency rates well below the state average. Additionally, both schools have high chronic absenteeism rates, which likely contribute to their academic challenges.

While Clewiston Middle School has higher spending per student and a slightly lower student-teacher ratio, this does not seem to translate to better academic outcomes. The stark contrast in performance between the two schools suggests that factors beyond just funding and student demographics, such as school leadership, teacher quality, and instructional practices, may be playing a significant role in student success. The Hendry school district as a whole appears to be underperforming, indicating a need for a comprehensive review and improvement plan across the district.