Serving 812 students in grades 6-8, Discovery Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Discovery Middle School's student population of 812 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
812 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1352 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
52%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Middle School's ranking?
Discovery Middle School is ranked #1352 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Discovery Middle School often compared to?
Discovery Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avalon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Middle School?
812 students attend Discovery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Discovery Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Middle School?
Discovery Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Middle School offer ?
Discovery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Discovery Middle School part of?
Discovery Middle School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
View the Discovery 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)
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