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Innovations Middle Charter

Middle School · ORANGE

2768 N HIAWASSEE RD, Orlando, FL 32818

Charter

Enrollment

172

Student-Teacher

28.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 9th

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

5.2/10

Middle School in Orlando · grades 6th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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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).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+0.15 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2024
TrendStable
Academics1.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.2% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-47.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-47.1 pts
Overall Proficiency8% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-33.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio28.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,656
Chronic Absenteeism2.3%

Innovations Middle Charter — Students at Innovations Middle Charter score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 9.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
52.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 12.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
52.0% (2024 FAST)

Based on 24 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2011
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2013
ELA
17%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
ELA
24.5%
2019
ELA
25%
2024
Math
8.3%
ELA
7.3%

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.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in FL
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
29:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.3%

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

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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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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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%

District

ORANGE
District Enrollment
206,815
Schools in District
275
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,656
District Rank
#189 of 258

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