Summary:
In zip code 34990, there is one middle school, Hidden Oaks Middle School, serving grades 6 through 8 in Palm City, Florida, a community within the Martin County school district.
Hidden Oaks Middle School is a standout performer, consistently exceeding both district and state averages across nearly all subjects. The school earned a 4-star rating and ranks in the 82nd percentile among Florida middle schools for the 2025-2026 school year, a notable improvement from the previous year. Its academic strength is particularly evident in advanced coursework, with 100% proficiency in Geometry, 96% in Biology 1, and 91% in Civics. The school also boasts a low chronic absenteeism rate of 18.8%, significantly better than the state average of 31.4%, and serves a relatively affluent population with only 23.8% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch.
A key finding is the "8th Grade Math Cliff," where only 24% of 8th graders are proficient in standard 8th-grade math, far below the state average of 61%. This is likely because the highest-performing math students are accelerated into Algebra 1, where 85% are proficient. Overall, the school shows strong year-over-year improvement, with notable gains in 7th and 8th Grade ELA and 7th Grade Math. With a student-teacher ratio of 18.7:1 and per-student spending of $11,832, Hidden Oaks Middle School provides a highly effective learning environment supported by strong student attendance and family engagement.
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