Serving 1,308 students in grades 6-12, Orlando Science Middle High Charter ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 80% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orlando Science Middle High Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Orlando Science Middle High Charter's student population of 1,308 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orlando Science Middle High Charter ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orlando Science Middle High Charter is 0.76, 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
#131 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
36%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orlando Science Middle High Charter's ranking?
Orlando Science Middle High Charter is ranked #131 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Orlando Science Middle High Charter often compared to?
Orlando Science Middle High Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Orlando Gifted Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orlando Science Middle High Charter?
The graduation rate of Orlando Science Middle High Charter is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Orlando Science Middle High Charter?
1,308 students attend Orlando Science Middle High Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Orlando Science Middle High Charter students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orlando Science Middle High Charter?
Orlando Science Middle High Charter has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orlando Science Middle High Charter offer ?
Orlando Science Middle High Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Orlando Science Middle High Charter part of?
Orlando Science Middle High Charter is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Orlando Science Middle High Charter located?
Orlando Science Middle High Charter is located in the Princeton And Silver Star neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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