Serving 1,098 students in grades 6-8, Punta Gorda 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 32% 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: 1,098 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Punta Gorda Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 594.3 square miles in Punta Gorda, FL. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 18.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 30.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Punta Gorda Middle School's student population of 1,098 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,098 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Eagles SOAR Every Day!
School Rankings
Punta Gorda 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 Punta Gorda Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1672 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
38%
Black
7%
21%
White
68%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Punta Gorda Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Punta Gorda Middle School's ranking?
Punta Gorda Middle School is ranked #1672 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Punta Gorda Middle School often compared to?
Punta Gorda Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Charlotte Middle School, Murdock Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Punta Gorda Middle School?
1,098 students attend Punta Gorda Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Punta Gorda Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Punta Gorda Middle School?
Punta Gorda Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Punta Gorda Middle School offer ?
Punta Gorda Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Punta Gorda Middle School part of?
Punta Gorda Middle School is part of Charlotte School District.
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