Serving 988 students in grades 6-8, Trafalgar Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 48% 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: 988 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trafalgar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Trafalgar Middle School's student population of 988 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
988 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Trafalgar 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 Trafalgar Middle School is 0.58, 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
#699 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
52%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
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 Trafalgar Middle School's ranking?
Trafalgar Middle School is ranked #699 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Trafalgar Middle School often compared to?
Trafalgar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Middle School, Gulf Middle School, Oasis Charter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Trafalgar Middle School?
988 students attend Trafalgar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Trafalgar Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trafalgar Middle School?
Trafalgar Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Trafalgar Middle School offer ?
Trafalgar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Trafalgar Middle School part of?
Trafalgar Middle School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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