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Citrus Springs Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 792 students

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Posted December 30, 2009

This school is one of the best schools I've been to. I love the teahcers and the things we do. The school is just great.
—Submitted by a student


Posted December 27, 2009

This is the GREATEST school I've ever been during my whole life. The teachers and staff are GREAT, and nonetheless, the classes are NOT boring! I definitely enjoy this school! The discipline in CSMS is also great, and most of my schoolmates her are kind :] I really exalt this school! I think, I mean KNOW that this is the greatest school in the state of Florida. Staff is great, and all the teachers care about their students' behavior and grades in class. --Angelo Acebedo
—Submitted by a student


Posted July 27, 2009

I wrote a comment when our granddaughter Nicci was in middle school. Here she is going to be a junior at Lecanto Highschool of Art ,and doing great. She takes AP and Honors classes and was well prepared for all at CSMS. A 'Thank you 'again to all teachers. anita Wolski
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 10, 2009

This school rocks. Sport and Academic Programs are both fantastic!
—Submitted by a student


Posted February 1, 2009

CSMS is the best school ever! The teachers are nice, and they care about our success, we get plenty of social time with friends, and our classes usually AREN'T BORING! If it's still open when I have kids, I would definitley want them to come here!
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 31, 2008

We couldn't be happier with CSMS. Not only has our daughter excelled academically, she is always getting positive feedback from the staff> Good behavior and attitude is encouraged and rewarded.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 8, 2008

My daughter's first year and I would have to say the staff and the teachers are very good and very helpful .
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 16, 2008

you truely are a wonderful school my child loves to go to CSMS. keep up the good work.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 19, 2008

I think Citrus Springs Middle School is okay, but nothing special. The county should pick better staff. Then this school would be great.
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 24, 2007

i think Citrus Springs Middle School is the best school in the state of Florida
—Submitted by a student


Posted February 28, 2007

Our grandson is a sixth grader and has been on the honor roll the last two semesters. This is his first time since he started school to have been on the honor roll. We know with the quality of teachers and staff at Citrus Sorings Middle School that he will continue to scceed. We thank the school for being a part of the Annual Motivational Seminar and Family Day in Ocala . We thank all of [his] teachers and we were honored to meet Ms.Ritli and thank her for her encouragement and her sweet spirit. We were so thrilled to see [his] beaming face , with his success's. Thank you so much. Ritli, we thank her for her patience and continued encoragement. It is was such a joy
—Submitted by Dennis & Debra Schultz, a parent


Posted February 23, 2007

I personally think it is the teachers that make a difference at C.S.M.S. They always explain to my son something he does not get. Especially his math teacher.
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 24, 2006

Citrus Springs Middle has been very good for our granddaughter. She is in 8th grade now, taking three advanced classes and her teachers make sure that she is working to her potential. Her teachers are nice and kind and helpful. Nicci has enjoyed her middle school years and is ready and well prepared for high school.
—Submitted by Anita Wolski, a parent


Posted May 24, 2006

My son had been out of public school for four years. He was homeschooled for 4th-7th grade. He was enrolled in CMS for 2005-06 and had a very positive experience. Not only is middle school a big adjustment for most, but it definately was for my son at age 13 and being out of public school since the age of 9! I credit a lot of it towards the positive impact that the staff had! He was often given positive feedback on being a great real model for students. They have great sports programs with a wonderful amount of county awards. They also had a great variety of programs for the kids to participate in with dedicated, passionate teachers to lead them! The spirit was definately there! It is in a fast growing area that has the potential of creating a positve middle school experience. There's always the negatives!B+
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 27, 2005

My child is a student at CSMS and in the 7th grade. I like CSMS and feel that my child has received a good education. The teachers at CSMS are really concerned about the children's learning experience. The band teacher Mr. Gutierrez has been a great help to my child helping her one on one.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2005

There are some good extra curricular activities such as scrap booking, drama, tennis, and basketball. There are a number of programs to help struggling students succeed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 27, 2005

Good School! Great Teachers! Very Nice Music Program! Highly recommended!
—Submitted by Ria Kellogs, a parent


Posted November 28, 2003

The teachers at CSMS are absolutly incredible! My daughter is so happy to be a part of the school this year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 4, 2003

Awesome School! Still a young school, would love to see them get a Chorus! After school programs are fantastic. Brilliant, energetic teachers!


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

251 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
57%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 57% in 2012.

251 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
58%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 56% in 2012.

254 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 58% in 2012.

254 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
65%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2012.

252 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
71%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 55% in 2012.

251 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
65%
Science

The state average for Science was 46% in 2012.

249 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
56%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 78% in 2012.

255 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
97%
Scale: % scoring at or above level 3

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) to test students in grades 4, 8 and 10 in writing. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills needed to progress through school. The FCAT writing exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 6. The state considers a score of 3 or above as meeting state standards.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

  • In 2011-2012, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2010-2011, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2009-2010, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2008-2009, this school received a grade of "A".

About the tests


Florida uses School Grades to measure the overall performance of a school each year on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). Each school is assigned a letter grade (A-F) based on three criteria: the overall performance on the FCAT, the percentage of eligible students who took the test, and whether or not students made progress in reading and math. The School Grades are calculated by adding points earned from each of the performance criteria listed above.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 59% in 2012.

70 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
98%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the End-of-Course Assessments (EOC) to test students in Algebra 1. The EOC is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The Algebra 1 EOC has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 81% 46%
Hispanic 8% 25%
Black 5% 23%
Multiracial 4% 4%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 1% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 42%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 15N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 63%N/A65%
Master's degree 35%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 0%N/A1%
Other degree 2%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Classes taught by non-highly qualified teachers 2%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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150 W Citrus Springs Blvd
Citrus Springs, FL 34434
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Phone: (352) 344-2244

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