Serving 897 students in grades 6-8, Odyssey 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 48% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ODYSSEY MIDDLE serves the east part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 29.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Odyssey Middle School's student population of 897 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
897 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
empower, endeavor, excel
School Rankings
Odyssey 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 Odyssey Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1665 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odyssey Middle School's ranking?
Odyssey Middle School is ranked #1665 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Odyssey Middle School often compared to?
Odyssey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty 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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Odyssey Middle School?
897 students attend Odyssey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Odyssey Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Odyssey Middle School?
Odyssey Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Odyssey Middle School offer ?
Odyssey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Odyssey Middle School part of?
Odyssey Middle School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Odyssey Middle School located?
Odyssey Middle School is located in the Vista East neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Vista East.
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