Serving 1,242 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School's student population of 1,242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Estridge High Tech Middle School is 0.69, 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
#107 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
22%
36%
Black
15%
21%
White
49%
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
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Don Estridge High Tech Middle School's ranking?
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School is ranked #107 out of 3,655 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Don Estridge High Tech Middle School?
1,242 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, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% 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 16:1.
What grades does Don Estridge High Tech Middle School offer ?
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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