Serving 1,270 students in grades 6-8, Don Estridge High Tech Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School's student population of 1,270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,270 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Estridge High Tech Middle School is 0.68, 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
#59 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Black & Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Estridge High Tech Middle School's ranking?
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School is ranked #59 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Don Estridge High Tech Middle School often compared to?
Don Estridge High Tech Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A.d. Henderson University School & Fau High School, Omni Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Don Estridge High Tech Middle School?
1,270 students attend Don Estridge High Tech Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Don Estridge High Tech Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Don Estridge High Tech Middle School?
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Don Estridge High Tech Middle School offer ?
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Don Estridge High Tech Middle School part of?
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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