Serving 657 students in grades 6-8, Dan Mccarty 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 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dan McCarty Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fort Pierce school district, covering approximately 687.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 15.7 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 26.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dan Mccarty Middle School's student population of 657 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
I am a Kid at Hope. I am talented, smart and capable of success.
School Rankings
Dan Mccarty Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dan Mccarty Middle School is 0.59, 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
#3395 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
31%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dan Mccarty Middle School's ranking?
Dan Mccarty Middle School is ranked #3395 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dan Mccarty Middle School often compared to?
Dan Mccarty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dan Mccarty Middle School?
657 students attend Dan Mccarty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dan Mccarty Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dan Mccarty Middle School?
Dan Mccarty Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dan Mccarty Middle School offer ?
Dan Mccarty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dan Mccarty Middle School part of?
Dan Mccarty Middle School is part of St. Lucie School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My name is Rachael Brooking I went there I believe it was between 1987-1989and I was just wondering how i can replace my yearbook from then I was in a house fire there and it burnt in it .I now live in indianapolis indiana and just trying to replace it if I can please and thank you .Have a nice day.
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