Serving 1,496 students in grades 6-8, Dr. John Long Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. John Long Middle School serves the southern part of Wesley Chapel, FL, covering an area of approximately 32.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being 7.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. John Long Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dr. John Long Middle School's student population of 1,496 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,496 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Motto
Helping Each Other Reach a Common Destination
School Rankings
Dr. John Long Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. John Long Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#607 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. John Long Middle School's ranking?
Dr. John Long Middle School is ranked #607 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. John Long Middle School often compared to?
Dr. John Long Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas E. Weightman Middle 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 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr. John Long Middle School?
1,496 students attend Dr. John Long Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Dr. John Long Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. John Long Middle School?
Dr. John Long Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. John Long Middle School offer ?
Dr. John Long Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. John Long Middle School part of?
Dr. John Long Middle School is part of Pasco School District.
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