Serving 1,145 students in grades 6-8, Fort King Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort King Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fort King Middle School's student population of 1,145 students has grown by 6% 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
1,145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort King Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort King 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
#2662 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
24%
21%
White
45%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Fort King Middle School's ranking?
Fort King Middle School is ranked #2662 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort King Middle School often compared to?
Fort King Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fort King Middle School?
1,145 students attend Fort King Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Fort King Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort King Middle School?
Fort King Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fort King Middle School offer ?
Fort King Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fort King Middle School part of?
Fort King Middle School is part of Marion School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day for Students
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Classes Resume - First Day of Semester 2
January 08, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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