Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, Murdock Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 47% 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: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murdock Middle School serves the western part of Port Charlotte, FL, covering an area of approximately 48.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 6.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murdock Middle School's student population of 656 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Motto
To see our students become better people, have better lives, and create a better world.
School Rankings
Murdock 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 Murdock 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
#1799 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
53%
34%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murdock Middle School's ranking?
Murdock Middle School is ranked #1799 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Murdock Middle School often compared to?
Murdock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Charlotte Middle School, Punta Gorda Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Murdock Middle School?
656 students attend Murdock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Murdock Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murdock Middle School?
Murdock Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Murdock Middle School offer ?
Murdock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murdock Middle School part of?
Murdock Middle School is part of Charlotte School District.
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