Serving 858 students in grades 6-8, Port Charlotte 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 65% (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 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Charlotte Middle School serves the northwest part of Port Charlotte, FL, covering an area of approximately 24.5 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of the school, typically 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Charlotte Middle School's student population of 858 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Port Charlotte 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 Port Charlotte Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1410 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
38%
Black
15%
21%
White
48%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Charlotte Middle School's ranking?
Port Charlotte Middle School is ranked #1410 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Port Charlotte Middle School often compared to?
Port Charlotte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like 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?
65% 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 Port Charlotte Middle School?
858 students attend Port Charlotte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Port Charlotte Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Charlotte Middle School?
Port Charlotte Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Port Charlotte Middle School offer ?
Port Charlotte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Charlotte Middle School part of?
Port Charlotte Middle School is part of Charlotte School District.
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