Serving 1,228 students in grades 6-8, Punta Gorda 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 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Punta Gorda Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Punta Gorda Middle School's student population of 1,228 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Punta Gorda Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Punta Gorda Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1366 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
36%
Black
10%
21%
White
68%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Punta Gorda Middle School's ranking?
Punta Gorda Middle School is ranked #1366 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Punta Gorda Middle School often compared to?
Punta Gorda Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Charlotte Middle School, Murdock Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Punta Gorda Middle School?
1,228 students attend Punta Gorda Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Punta Gorda Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Punta Gorda Middle School?
Punta Gorda Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Punta Gorda Middle School offer ?
Punta Gorda Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Punta Gorda Middle School part of?
Punta Gorda Middle School is part of Charlotte School District.
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STUDENTS' LAST DAY!
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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