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A new ranking by Niche reveals the top public middle schools in the Orlando metro region, highlighting schools from Seminole, Orange, Osceola, and Polk counties. Several schools received high marks based on academic performance and student experience, with many achieving grades of A and A-. The analysis emphasizes the importance of student-teacher ratios and community feedback, underscoring the commitment to educational excellence in the area.
Orlando, FL – A recent ranking by Niche has identified the top public middle schools in the Orlando metro area, showcasing a variety of educational institutions that excel in academic performance and overall student experience. The rankings, which factor in student-teacher ratios and enrollment numbers, highlight strong contenders primarily from Seminole County, Orange County, Osceola County, and Polk County.
Seminole County Public Schools led the pack with multiple schools receiving high marks. Several schools achieved grades of A and A- from Niche, which bases its evaluation on five weighted factors: school academic performance, teacher quality, district overall grade, culture and diversity, and feedback from parents and students. For instance, one prominent school in the area serves grades 6-8, boasting an enrollment of 1,302 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 20:1, receiving an A- grade. Another facility for grades 6-8 has an enrollment of 914 students with a slightly more favorable ratio of 19:1, also earning an A- grade.
In addition, a school serving grades PK, 6-12 stands out with an enrollment of 3,919 students and a student-teacher ratio of 21:1, achieving an overall grade of A. Other notable Seminole County schools include a 6-8 grade school with 1,375 students and an 18:1 ratio receiving an A grade, and a K-8 school with a smaller enrollment of 537 students, also rated A.
Moving on to Orange County Public Schools, these institutions have shown impressive results as well. A school for grades 6-8, with 1,124 students and a 21:1 student-teacher ratio, garnered an A. In comparison, a school that includes grades 6-12 reached the highest accolades with an A+ grade, serving 1,453 students and maintaining an 18:1 ratio. Another institution catering to grades 2-8 has a modest enrollment of 425 students and a lower student-to-teacher ratio of 13:1, achieving an A grade.
Osceola County Schools also made an impact, with a 6-12 grade school achieving an A grade, enrollments of 993 students, and a student-to-teacher ratio of 19:1. Meanwhile, in Polk County, a school offering K-12 education supports 1,573 students with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 18:1, also receiving an A grade. Across the board, the schools showcased reflect an overall dedication to high educational standards.
The rankings reveal a range of enrollment figures, with some schools accommodating as few as 425 students while others host upwards of 3,919 students. The analysis of student-to-teacher ratios also varied significantly, highlighting a low of 13:1 in certain schools and extolling the importance of manageable classroom sizes as a critical factor for intended educational outcomes. Most of the schools listed received grades of either A or A-, while the A+ rating represents the pinnacle of academic achievement highlighted in this assessment.
These educational institutions are setting a standard for middle-level education in the Orlando area, reflecting not only academic performance but also fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and community feedback.
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