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#2860 of 3,778 schools in FL
Dan Mccarty Middle School
Middle School · ST. LUCIE
1201 MISSISSIPPI AVE, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,860 of 3,778
In Fort Pierce
#11 of 20
public schools
In district
#32 of 47
ST. LUCIE
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Dan Mccarty Middle School
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About Dan Mccarty Middle School
Dan Mccarty Middle School is a public middle school in Fort Pierce, FL, part of ST. LUCIE. Dan Mccarty Middle School serves approximately 711 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dan Mccarty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,860 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Dan Mccarty Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dan Mccarty Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
70% of students at Dan Mccarty Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dan Mccarty Middle School — Students at Dan Mccarty Middle School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How Dan Mccarty Middle School Compares
See how Dan Mccarty Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1201 MISSISSIPPI AVE, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dan Mccarty Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CREATIVE ARTS ACADEMY OF ST. LUCIE (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Pierce, see our Fort Pierce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,707
Median Home Value
$175,900
Median Rent
$1,121/mo
Population
17,674
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
36.2%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
38.6%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dan Mccarty Middle School
What grades does Dan Mccarty Middle School serve?
Dan Mccarty Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dan Mccarty Middle School?
Dan Mccarty Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 711 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dan Mccarty Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dan Mccarty Middle School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dan Mccarty Middle School rank in FL?
Dan Mccarty Middle School ranks #2,860 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dan Mccarty Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dan Mccarty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dan Mccarty Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dan Mccarty Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dan Mccarty Middle School a charter school?
No, Dan Mccarty Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dan Mccarty Middle School a Title I school?
No, Dan Mccarty Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dan Mccarty Middle School?
76.9% of students at Dan Mccarty Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 711
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.3%
- Phone
- (772) 468-5700
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #32 of 47
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