Serving 1,311 students in grades 6-8, Innovation Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 1,311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Innovation Middle School's student population of 1,311 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Innovation Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Innovation Middle School is 0.61, 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
#972 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
56%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
26%
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
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation Middle School's ranking?
Innovation Middle School is ranked #972 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Innovation Middle School often compared to?
Innovation Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Nona Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Innovation Middle School?
1,311 students attend Innovation Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Innovation Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Innovation Middle School?
Innovation Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Innovation Middle School offer ?
Innovation Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Innovation Middle School part of?
Innovation Middle School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Innovation Middle School located?
Innovation Middle School is located in the Storey Park neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
School Calendar
View the Innovation 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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