Serving 814 students in grades 6-8, Discovery Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Discovery Middle serves the east part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery Middle School's student population of 814 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
814 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Act well your part; for therein all honor lies.
School Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1191 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Discovery Middle School's ranking?
Discovery Middle School is ranked #1191 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Discovery Middle School often compared to?
Discovery Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avalon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Middle School?
814 students attend Discovery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Discovery Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Middle School?
Discovery Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Middle School offer ?
Discovery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Middle School part of?
Discovery Middle School is part of Orange School District.
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