Serving 723 students in grades 6-8, Odyssey Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Odyssey Middle School's student population of 723 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Odyssey 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 Odyssey Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1927 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
63%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Odyssey Middle School's ranking?
Odyssey Middle School is ranked #1927 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Odyssey Middle School often compared to?
Odyssey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Odyssey Middle School?
723 students attend Odyssey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Odyssey Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Odyssey Middle School?
Odyssey Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Odyssey Middle School offer ?
Odyssey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Odyssey Middle School part of?
Odyssey Middle School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Odyssey Middle School located?
Odyssey Middle School is located in the Vista East neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Vista East.
School Calendar
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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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