Serving 884 students in grades 6-8, Port Charlotte Middle School ranks in the top 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 58% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Charlotte Middle School's student population of 884 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Port Charlotte 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 Port Charlotte Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1636 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Charlotte Middle School's ranking?
Port Charlotte Middle School is ranked #1636 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Port Charlotte Middle School often compared to?
Port Charlotte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murdock Middle School, Punta Gorda Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% 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 Port Charlotte Middle School?
884 students attend Port Charlotte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Port Charlotte Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Charlotte Middle School?
Port Charlotte Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Port Charlotte Middle School offer ?
Port Charlotte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Port Charlotte Middle School part of?
Port Charlotte Middle School is part of Charlotte School District.
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