Lyons Creek Middle School

School District of Broward

Coconut Creek, Florida

1,757 students

Middle School, Grades 6–8

(754)322-3700 School Website

1,757

Students

21.4:1

S:T Ratio

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Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

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Explore 28 courses in the 2025-26 catalog for Lyons Creek Middle School

Cambridge Language Arts

6-8

Encourages a life-long enthusiasm for reading, writing, and spoken communication. Learners develop English skills for different purposes and audiences in four areas: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Supports an integrated approach using a range of fiction genres, poetry, playscripts, and non-fiction texts.

Language Arts (Standard)

6-8

Language Arts Florida Standards (LAFS) taught with fidelity. Reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language strands are interwoven throughout daily instruction.

GEM (Great Exploration in Mathematics)

6-8

Designed to accelerate students two years in mathematics. Students analyze non-routine problems and explore the beauty, elegance, and application of mathematics. Includes GEM Math leading to Algebra I (high school credit) and Geometry (high school credit).

Mathematics (Standard)

6-8

Provides rich, challenging opportunities that prepare students for success in college and career. Students explore observations, explain thinking, ask questions, use multiple approaches to solve problems, and think flexibly and innovatively.

GEARS 1 (Genuine Exploration, Applications, and Research in Science)

Accelerated, inquiry-based comprehensive science course covering all 6th grade Earth/Space Science standards and half of 8th grade Physical Science standards (Introduction to Physics).

Gears 2

Continuation of GEARS 1, completing the second half of Physical Science (Introduction to Chemistry) and all 7th grade Life Science standards. Successful completion enables matriculation into Honors Biology I in 8th grade (high school credit).

Honors Biology I

High school credit biology course for accelerated students who have completed GEARS 1 and 2.

Science (Standard)

6-8

Laboratory and technological experiences engaging students in understanding scientific phenomena and real-world connections. Middle school curriculum introduces earth, life, and physical sciences through scientific inquiry.

Advanced/Gifted Social Studies

6-8

High-level content and skills as required by Florida Next Generation Standards integrated with Language Arts Florida Standards Literacy. Covers American History, World History, Geography, Economics, Financial Literacy, Civics, and Government.