Average
#2690 of 3,778 schools in FL
Innovations Middle Charter
Middle School · ORANGE
2768 N HIAWASSEE RD, Orlando, FL 32818
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
28.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
28.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,690 of 3,778
In Orlando
#137 of 192
public schools
In district
#189 of 258
ORANGE
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Innovations Middle Charter
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About Innovations Middle Charter
Innovations Middle Charter is a public middle school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Innovations Middle Charter serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 28.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Innovations Middle Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,690 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Innovations Middle Charter show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 172 students, Innovations Middle Charter is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Innovations Middle Charter 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.
Innovations Middle Charter runs 28.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Innovations Middle Charter — Students at Innovations Middle Charter score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Innovations Middle Charter Compares
See how Innovations Middle Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2768 N HIAWASSEE RD, Orlando, FL 32818
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Innovations Middle Charter may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MEADOWBROOK MIDDLE (rated 4.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROBINSWOOD MIDDLE (rated 4.0/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW DIRECTIONS COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF ORLANDO Orlando | 0.0 mi | 4.1 |
| GENERATION Z ACADEMY Orlando | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| SPELLMAN PREP SCHOOL Orlando | 0.4 mi | — |
| DREAM BIG ACADEMY OF LEARNING CORP. Orlando | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| LIGHTHOUSE Orlando | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| HIAWASSEE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| LAKE ROSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| MAGNOLIA SCHOOL Orlando | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| DEEPER ROOT ACADEMY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| RIDGEWOOD PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SILVER PINES ACADEMY K-12 LEARNING CENTER Orlando | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ACCELERATION WEST Orlando | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| KINGSWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| SAINTS ACADEMY Orlando | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MEADOWBROOK MIDDLE Orlando | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| UCP PINE HILLS CHARTER Orlando | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ROBINSWOOD MIDDLE Orlando | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| WEST OAKS ACADEMY Orlando | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32818 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,182
Median Home Value
$278,800
Median Rent
$1,486/mo
Population
61,574
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMIR MIDDLE SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCE Homestead, FL | 5.1 |
| RESILIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL INC Gainesville, FL | 5.0 |
| SCHOOL OF SUCCESS ACADEMY-SOS Jacksonville, FL | 4.8 |
| COMPASS MIDDLE CHARTER SCHOOL Bartow, FL | 4.4 |
| KIDS LEARNING CENTER OF SOUTH DADE III Miami, FL | 6.0 |
| SPORTS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (SLAM) MIDDLE SCHOOL - NOR North Miami Beach, FL | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Innovations Middle Charter
What grades does Innovations Middle Charter serve?
Innovations Middle Charter serves students in grades 6th through 9th.
How many students attend Innovations Middle Charter?
Innovations Middle Charter has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Innovations Middle Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Innovations Middle Charter is 28.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Innovations Middle Charter rank in FL?
Innovations Middle Charter ranks #2,690 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Innovations Middle Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Innovations Middle Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Innovations Middle Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Innovations Middle Charter has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Innovations Middle Charter a charter school?
Yes, Innovations Middle Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Innovations Middle Charter a Title I school?
No, Innovations Middle Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Innovations Middle Charter?
72.7% of students at Innovations Middle Charter qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 172
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.3%
- Phone
- (407) 440-2846
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #189 of 258
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