Serving 1,450 students in grades 6-8, Charles S. Rushe Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 66% (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 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 1,450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles S. Rushe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Charles S. Rushe Middle School's student population of 1,450 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles S. Rushe Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles S. Rushe 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
#788 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
5%
21%
White
60%
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
22%
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 Charles S. Rushe Middle School's ranking?
Charles S. Rushe Middle School is ranked #788 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Charles S. Rushe Middle School often compared to?
Charles S. Rushe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Imagine School At Land O' Lakes by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% 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 Charles S. Rushe Middle School?
1,450 students attend Charles S. Rushe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Charles S. Rushe Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles S. Rushe Middle School?
Charles S. Rushe Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Charles S. Rushe Middle School offer ?
Charles S. Rushe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Charles S. Rushe Middle School part of?
Charles S. Rushe Middle School is part of Pasco School District.
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