Serving 1,455 students in grades 6-8, Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's student population of 1,455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is 0.68, 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
#821 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
25%
36%
Black
17%
21%
White
48%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
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 Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is ranked #821 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe Middle School often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlands Middle School, Don Estridge High Tech 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 48% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
1,455 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Middle School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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