Serving 944 students in grades 6-8, Memorial Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Memorial Middle School's student population of 944 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
944 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Memorial Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial Middle School is 0.49, 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
#3351 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
64%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Memorial Middle School is ranked #3351 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Memorial Middle School often compared to?
Memorial Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westridge Middle School, Southwest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
944 students attend Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Memorial Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Memorial Middle School offer ?
Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Memorial Middle School part of?
Memorial Middle School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial Middle School located?
Memorial Middle School is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 17 other public schools located in Southwest Orlando.
School Calendar
View the Memorial Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 7/22/2013
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