Serving 1,255 students in grades 6-8, Dr. John Long Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 1,255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. John Long Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dr. John Long Middle School's student population of 1,255 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. John Long Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. John Long Middle School is 0.69, 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
#619 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
29%
36%
Black
10%
21%
White
46%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 Dr. John Long Middle School's ranking?
Dr. John Long Middle School is ranked #619 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. John Long Middle School often compared to?
Dr. John Long Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas E. Weightman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr. John Long Middle School?
1,255 students attend Dr. John Long Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Dr. John Long Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. John Long Middle School?
Dr. John Long Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dr. John Long Middle School offer ?
Dr. John Long Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dr. John Long Middle School part of?
Dr. John Long Middle School is part of Pasco School District.
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