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Rock Lake Middle School in Orlando, Florida

Rock Lake Middle School Detail

(407) 320-9350
250 Slade Dr
Longwood, FL 32750
Levels: 6-8
District: Seminole County Public Schools


Rock Lake Middle School Census Data

Census InfoValueYear
White, non-Hispanic:74.44% (2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:6.78% (2008)
Hispanic:11.99% (2008)
Asian/Pacific Islander:1.86% (2008)
Multiracial:4.74% (2008)
Native American or Native Alaskan:0.19% (2008)
Student Teacher Ratio:18.55% (2008)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:17.01% (2008)

Rock Lake Middle School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating4
Average Principals Rating4
Average Teachers Rating4
Average Activities Rating4
Average Parents Rating4
Average Safety Rating4

Rock Lake Middle School Reviews

My daughter's teachers were definately under my expectations. Half can not even grade papers!
This review was posted by a parent.

Amazing School!! I think its the best school!!!!!
This review was posted by a student.

I love this school. This school provides many extra curricular activities and they provide an excellent atmosphere for learning.
This review was posted by a student.

This school is great. It provides you with many learning oppurtunities.
This review was posted by a student.

i love this school , im a cheerleader for it right now and its the greatest school i have better grades evverytime i get a reportcard they just keep getting better
This review was posted by a student.

I was a student at Rock Lake for all 3 years,h. Rock Lake gives an outstanding basic education but upon leaving 8th grade for freshman year in high school, i found myself drowning in the amount of work and difficulty of work in high school. The teachers did not prepare anyone in my 8th grade honors classes well enough as they should've, and due to this we all have to work super hard to get good grade for the next 3 years. I was involved in band, which Rock Lake excells at, Mr. Hedgecoth is an excellent teacher Safety is also an issue.
This review was posted by a former student.

The gifted program at Rock Lake Middle School is wonderful! My child was happy and involved throughout her three years there. Make sure you have the teachers email addresses and you keep in contact. There is no reason why you cannot get involved and volunteer. The quality of the parents as well as the children is A++
This review was posted by a parent.

Rock Lake has outstanding curriculum programs that keep students interested and involved. The faculty members are dedicated to helping students work up to their highest potential. As parents we found it extremely difficult to work with the principal, who is very cold and unyielding. The administrative staff is frequently unable to provide accurate or timely communications with parents. Teacher turnover has increased leading to speculation that the leadership provided leaves something to be desired.
This review was posted by a parent.

Great academic programs, teachers really connect with students, classes, projects are fun and interesting. The teachers have really awakened academic passions in my two children. I wish there was more time and organization for lunch and phys-ed.
This review was posted by a parent.

The teachers are excellent. Teachers are very supportive. Administration - the principal - is difficult to deal with. She is very rigid. It's her way or the highway. Many teachers are leaving this year due to her style of leadership. Stress and low teacher morale has caused this exodus.Previously, Rock Lake had been a school that always retained it teachers. The teachers, students, parents, and previous principals have made Rock Lake great over the years. This equation has changed with the current principal.
This review was posted by a teacher.

The best middle school in Florida! It could use more extracurricular after school activities. Even with a low teacher turnover (@2.3%) the staff stays very current on the cutting edge of technology and methodology. Students are well prepared with the great majority arriving with a good family and educational foundation on which to build.
This review was posted by a parent.

Rock Lake Middle School is a great institution. My daughter enjoyed her years at Rock Lake tremendously. The teachers, staff, education, and extra curriculum activites created an wonderful environment that helped enriched my child's life. Keep up the great work Rock Lake! As a Realtor I am pleased to share the news about Rock Lake to parents in the community.
This review was posted by a parent.

I love Rock Lake! It is the best school ever! ALL my teachers are great, I learn so much, PE is great and the Chorus and Band are GREAT.
This review was posted by a other.

Simply the best school in the area. Check the test scores and school grade. Both of my kids went to Rock Lake and loved their teacher and the environment.
This review was posted by a parent.

After having had 2 children in Rock Lake Middle School, I am convinced that education has hit Rock Buttom. Not a single teacher had the stamina to encurage any of my children in archieving good grades. When you call them incompetent you get the answer that we parents should sit in the class room. When you look into these kids eyes, you see nothing but sadness and frustration. When the Orlando Sentinel ask for a statistic on the students behavior ( all the misdemenors and felonies combined ) the answer was short and clear: We do not give out any information. The Principal and the majority of the staff should be send home and be exchanged with some real teachers.
This review was posted by a .

It's like the best middle school in Seminole County I think :D
This review was posted by a student.