Serving 797 students in grades 6-8, Lecanto Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lecanto Middle School's student population of 797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
WE can, WE care, WE connect, WE are LMS
School Rankings
Lecanto Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lecanto Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1460 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
78%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lecanto Middle School's ranking?
Lecanto Middle School is ranked #1460 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lecanto Middle School often compared to?
Lecanto Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crystal River Middle School, Citrus Springs Middle School, Inverness Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lecanto Middle School?
797 students attend Lecanto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lecanto Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lecanto Middle School?
Lecanto Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lecanto Middle School offer ?
Lecanto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lecanto Middle School part of?
Lecanto Middle School is part of Citrus School District.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2015
I have been going to the following school for 3 years. I highly recommend this school. the students are caring to one another and the teachers only want the best for you. I have been to Citrus Springs Middle and Crystal River Middle and this school is the best.
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