Serving 1,278 students in grades 6-8, Chiles Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chiles Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chiles Middle School's student population of 1,278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chiles Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chiles Middle School is 0.53, 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
#555 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
65%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chiles Middle School's ranking?
Chiles Middle School is ranked #555 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chiles Middle School often compared to?
Chiles Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chiles Middle School?
1,278 students attend Chiles Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Chiles Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chiles Middle School?
Chiles Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chiles Middle School offer ?
Chiles Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chiles Middle School part of?
Chiles Middle School is part of Seminole School District.
School Reviews
5 4/1/2021
It's amazing here. They have amazing staff and has teachers that will get students through highschool and to college.
5 5/17/2016
Couldn't be happier here! Teachers and staff are all very caring and have your childs best interest at heart each and every day!
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