Serving 1,033 students in grades 6-8, Fitzgerald 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 61% 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: 1,033 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fitzgerald Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fitzgerald Middle School's student population of 1,033 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,033 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fitzgerald 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 Fitzgerald Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2271 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fitzgerald Middle School's ranking?
Fitzgerald Middle School is ranked #2271 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fitzgerald Middle School?
1,033 students attend Fitzgerald Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Fitzgerald Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fitzgerald Middle School?
Fitzgerald Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fitzgerald Middle School offer ?
Fitzgerald Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fitzgerald Middle School part of?
Fitzgerald Middle School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Calendar
View the Fitzgerald Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
The last day for all students has changed from early-release day to full day.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 7/23/2020
Best school you could go to has so many varieties of people, and the teachers are amazing and always work their hardest to help students learn.
5 9/20/2018
Our son is thriving at this school. The gifted magnet gives him the challenges that he needs to prepare him for high school and college and the teachers really seem to understand the gifted child. The new principal has been updating the school and seems to have a plan in mind to address any problems that arise. There are conflicts with students that might come up in any middle school because of the age group but this school addresses them directly. I would definitely recommend this school.
2 4/7/2017
The school is old yet has received some updates. Some of the staff and principal are doing wonderful things and truly helping students. However, fights break out often and your child will be exposed to violence. The magnet program promises much and delivers little as far as caring and innovative teachers. Teachers are so busy teaching an advanced curriculum that they forget to reinforce the basics and firm up the foundation of learning. Plus, the teachers have no interest in parent meetings or working together to build a better learning environment for students.
2 3/19/2015
My daughter has been getting bullied and nothing being done !!!!!
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