Below Average
#3260 of 3,778 schools in FL
Memorial Middle
Middle School · ORANGE
2220 W 29TH ST, Orlando, FL 32805
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,260 of 3,778
In Orlando
#164 of 192
public schools
In district
#224 of 258
ORANGE
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Memorial Middle
Middle School in Orlando · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Memorial Middle
Memorial Middle is a public middle school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Memorial Middle serves approximately 826 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,260 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Memorial Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Memorial Middle 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.
Memorial Middle runs 23.6:1 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.
72% of students at Memorial Middle 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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Memorial Middle — Students at Memorial Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.1%
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: 7.3/10.
How Memorial Middle Compares
See how Memorial Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2220 W 29TH ST, Orlando, FL 32805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LEGENDS ACADEMY CHARTER (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE FIRST HOPE OF THE FIRST ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CATALINA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CATALINA ELEMENTARY Orlando | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| WORKFORCE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| JUVENILE OFFENDERS PROGRAM Orlando | 0.6 mi | — |
| PINELOCH ELEMENTARY Orlando | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ORANGE YOUTH ACADEMY Orlando | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| THE FIRST HOPE OF THE FIRST ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| THE FIRST ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| LEGENDS ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| EL BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| WASHINGTON SHORES PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER Orlando | 1.3 mi | — |
| MILLENNIA GARDENS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ORANGE CENTER ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| JONES HIGH Orlando | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| WASHINGTON SHORES ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| WAY OF WISDOM ACADEMY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| KIDS KINGDOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ECCLESTON ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| HARVEST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 2.0 mi | — |
| MERIDIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| PALMETTO ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,425
Median Home Value
$226,100
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
18,085
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
46.6%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
46.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| APOPKA MIDDLE Apopka, FL | 4.3 |
| DISCOVERY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 4.3 |
| HARMONY MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Cloud, FL | 4.3 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Deltona, FL | 4.3 |
| HIGHLAND OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 4.3 |
| JEWETT MIDDLE ACADEMY MAGNET Winter Haven, FL | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memorial Middle
What grades does Memorial Middle serve?
Memorial Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Memorial Middle?
Memorial Middle has an enrollment of approximately 826 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memorial Middle rank in FL?
Memorial Middle ranks #3,260 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Memorial Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Memorial Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Memorial Middle a charter school?
No, Memorial Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Memorial Middle a Title I school?
No, Memorial Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Memorial Middle?
73.1% of students at Memorial Middle 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 826
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.7%
- Phone
- (407) 245-1810
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #224 of 258
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