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#2010 of 3,778 schools in FL
Mt. Dora Middle School
Middle School · LAKE
1405 LINCOLN AVE, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Enrollment
793
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
793
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,010 of 3,778
In Mount Dora
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#25 of 50
LAKE
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Mt. Dora Middle School
Mt. Dora Middle School is a public middle school in Mount Dora, FL, part of LAKE. Mt.
Dora Middle School serves approximately 793 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Dora Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,010 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Dora Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Mt. Dora 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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Mt. Dora Middle School — Students at Mt. Dora Middle School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.9%
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: 7.8/10.
How Mt. Dora Middle School Compares
See how Mt. Dora Middle School 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
1405 LINCOLN AVE, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Dora Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROUND LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (rated 6.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Eustis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Dora, see our Mount Dora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MT. DORA HIGH SCHOOL Mount Dora | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MONTESSORI AT ROSEBOROUGH Mount Dora | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| DBA MOUNT DORA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Dora | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| MONTESSORI AT ROSEBOROUGH Mount Dora | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Dora | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ROUND LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Dora | 2.3 mi | 9.6 |
| TRIANGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Dora | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| TANGERINE SCHOOLHOUSE Mount Dora | 3.2 mi | — |
| EUSTIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Eustis | 3.6 mi | 3.4 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eustis | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| EUSTIS HIGH SCHOOL Eustis | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| EUSTIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eustis | 4.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LAKE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Eustis | 3.9 mi | — |
| LAKE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Eustis | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| EUSTIS HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eustis | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN PREP SCHOOL Tavares | 4.4 mi | 5.7 |
| HAMPDEN DUBOSE ACADEMY Zellwood | 4.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ALEE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Eustis | 5.1 mi | 4.4 |
| PINECREST ACADEMY TAVARES Tavares | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ZELLWOOD ELEMENTARY Zellwood | 5.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,327
Median Home Value
$325,800
Median Rent
$1,474/mo
Population
32,712
College Educated
35.9%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
45.8
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| CARVER MIDDLE Orlando, FL | 6.1 |
| MARINER MIDDLE SCHOOL Cape Coral, FL | 6.1 |
| OSLO MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach, FL | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Dora Middle School
What grades does Mt. Dora Middle School serve?
Mt. Dora Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mt. Dora Middle School?
Mt. Dora Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 793 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Dora Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Dora Middle School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Dora Middle School rank in FL?
Mt. Dora Middle School ranks #2,010 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mt. Dora Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Dora Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Mt. Dora Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Dora Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Dora Middle School a charter school?
No, Mt. Dora Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Dora Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mt. Dora Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Dora Middle School?
41.9% of students at Mt. Dora 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 793
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.9%
- Phone
- (352) 383-6101
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #25 of 50
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