Serving 625 students in grades 6-8, L. A. Ainger Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: L. A. Ainger Middle School serves the western part of its school district in Rotonda West, FL, covering an area of approximately 144.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
L. A. Ainger Middle School's student population of 625 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
625 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Motto
On the TRACKS to Student Success!
School Rankings
L. A. Ainger 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 L. A. Ainger Middle School is 0.42, 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
#1178 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
75%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L. A. Ainger Middle School's ranking?
L. A. Ainger Middle School is ranked #1178 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are L. A. Ainger Middle School often compared to?
L. A. Ainger Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Charlotte Middle School, Murdock Middle School, Punta Gorda Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend L. A. Ainger Middle School?
625 students attend L. A. Ainger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of L. A. Ainger Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L. A. Ainger Middle School?
L. A. Ainger Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does L. A. Ainger Middle School offer ?
L. A. Ainger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is L. A. Ainger Middle School part of?
L. A. Ainger Middle School is part of Charlotte School District.
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