Located on a tree-lined street in downtown Winter Haven, Denison Middle School is a public school with unique opportunities for driven and talented students. Established over 50 years ago, this school strives to provide its students with a diverse 21st century learning experience. Offering several specialized academics for children eager to explore a wealth of educational opportunities, Denison Middle School offers many professional tracks to help students get a headstart in training for various careers. Whether they dive into app development, engineering, tv production, culinary arts or pre-medical studies, students can obtain the skills and training necessary to move on to further specialized study at local high schools.
Children interested in pursuing their creative passions can also enroll in the school’s Fine Arts Pre-Academy, where they can hone their talents in visual arts, theater, chorus or the school’s award-winning orchestra.
As the first middle school in Polk County to offer a curriculum affiliated with the University of Cambridge, Denison Middle School encourages advanced students to dive deeply into subjects and apply critical thinking skills for problem-solving with a global perspective. Those participating in this Cambridge Lower Secondary program are prepared for success in Cambridge AICE, International Baccalaureate (IB), Dual Enrollment and Advanced Placement courses in high school.
With programs that cater to nearly every ability and talent, Denison Middle School is the ideal launching pad for students seeking to channel their talents and passions into fulfilling and impactful career paths.
Denison Middle School
Public Middle School
|
Grade 6-8
400 Avenue A Ave SE,
Winter Haven, FL
Polk County Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Ms. Terri Christian
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Math Proficiency
31%
Reading Proficiency
28%
Niche Grade
C
C-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
31%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
34
Full Time Teachers
34
Teachers in First or Second Year
20%
GreatSchools Rating
2
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
38%
State Average
20%
Science
43%
State Average
23%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
316:1
Student Diversity
Male
54.1%
Female
45.9%
Hispanic
40.5%
Black
34.1%
White
21.1%
Two or more races
2.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
8/14/2025
Bullies, mean girls, intellectually-apathetic, sexually promiscuous, and violent. You'll find it all here! The teachers are more like prison guards and can't actually teach anything because the students are so out of control. Good luck learning anything of value here, and leaving with anything excep...
7/10/2025
So fun I love it there’s some fights but overall it’s an amazing experience for middle
5/1/2025
I go to this school as a 8th grader been here since 6th grade i’m telling all the parents who want there children to go here DOO NOTTTT send them here.the principal honestly he’s amazing but the teachers and other staff members are horrible honestly. We can’t have jackets with hoodies on and we can’...
4/17/2025
I absolutely love the principal and the positive turn around of this school’s behavior and academic performance. They are changing the culture and the staff is amazing.
Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone
-
Heather Unger, PA
Heather Unger, PA
Acme Real Estate Florida LLC
(321) 340-7550
269 Total Sales
3 in Attendance Zone
$208K - $305K Price Range
-
Steven Perkins
Steven Perkins
CLARK REALTY LLC
(863) 250-7537
25 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$128,000 Price
-
Noah Stevens
Noah Stevens
REAL BROKER, LLC
(580) 279-0814
16 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$185,000 Price
-
Amy Mendez
Amy Mendez
CENTURY 21 SUNBELT REALTY
(239) 977-8089
12 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$138,000 Price
-
Kesha Claybrooks
Kesha Claybrooks
BHHS FLORIDA PROPERTIES GROUP
(813) 536-5978
8 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$215,000 Price
-
Iliana Correa
Iliana Correa
EXP Realty LLC
(877) 684-9441
36 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$240,000 Price
Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$100K - $1M
Homes For Sale
104
Average Home Value
$251,235
Median Lot Size
8,276 Sq Ft
% Renters
54%
Average Household Income
$68,503
% of College Grads
18.8%
Median Age
40
Average House Size
1,691 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
65.4%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 11th to 12th
- Charter
- K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Central Park
- Picnic Area
Sertoma Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Picnic Area
Kiwanis Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Lake Maude Nature Park
- Football
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Rotary Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Joyce B. Davis Memorial Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Inman Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Martin Luther King Park
- Picnic Area
- Kayak/Canoe
- Playground
South Lake Howard Nature Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Southwest Winter Haven
Slower-paced lakeside living with proximity to downtown
North Winter Haven
Slice of suburbia in a friendly Florida neighborhood
Eagle Lake
Live between two lakes with a lower cost of living
Denison Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Winter Haven, FL and is served by the Polk County Public Schools in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 758 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 31% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 28% are proficient in reading. Denison Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $251,235. Discover additional schools in the area, like Winter Haven Senior High School, Chain of Lakes Collegiate High, VALOR CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY, and more. Learn more about what Winter Haven has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Denison Middle School.