Serving 845 students in grades 6-8, Mt. Dora Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt. Dora Middle School's student population of 845 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
845 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Mt. Dora Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Dora Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1966 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
38%
Black
16%
21%
White
45%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Dora Middle School's ranking?
Mt. Dora Middle School is ranked #1966 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mt. Dora Middle School often compared to?
Mt. Dora Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eustis Middle School, Tavares 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mt. Dora Middle School?
845 students attend Mt. Dora Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mt. Dora Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Dora Middle School?
Mt. Dora Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt. Dora Middle School offer ?
Mt. Dora Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt. Dora Middle School part of?
Mt. Dora Middle School is part of Lake School District.
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