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#2684 of 3,778 schools in FL
Westridge Middle
Middle School · ORANGE
3800 W OAK RIDGE RD, Orlando, FL 32809
Enrollment
1,201
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,201
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,684 of 3,778
In Orlando
#132 of 192
public schools
In district
#183 of 258
ORANGE
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Westridge Middle
Westridge Middle is a public middle school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Westridge Middle serves approximately 1,201 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Westridge Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,684 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Westridge Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Westridge 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.
Westridge Middle runs 20.7:1 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.
49% of students at Westridge 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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Westridge Middle — Students at Westridge Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
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: 7.5/10.
How Westridge Middle Compares
See how Westridge 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
3800 W OAK RIDGE RD, Orlando, FL 32809
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westridge Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PINE CASTLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHANGING LIVES ACADEMY INC. (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FLORIDA VIRTUAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| SADLER ELEMENTARY Orlando | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| CALVARY CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Orlando | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SHINGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| PALMETTO ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| PATHWAYS PRIVATE SCHOOL Orlando | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ELITE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PINE CASTLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| WAY OF WISDOM ACADEMY Orlando | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CHANGING LIVES ACADEMY INC. Orlando | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| MILLENNIA GARDENS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CHANCERY HIGH CHARTER Orlando | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUTH ORLANDO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| MILLENNIA ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| TANGELO PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ORANGE YOUTH ACADEMY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SIMON YOUTH FOUND ACAD AT OUTLET MKTPLCE Orlando | 2.0 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ORLANDO Orlando | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| FLORIDA VIRTUAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orlando | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| FLORIDA VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32809 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,203
Median Home Value
$281,000
Median Rent
$1,368/mo
Population
29,379
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
36.6
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| BAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL Sunrise, FL | 5.2 |
| BARTOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Bartow, FL | 5.2 |
| DR MONA JAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL E. Bradenton, FL | 5.2 |
| GREENWOOD LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Mary, FL | 5.2 |
| MEADOW WOODS MIDDLE Orlando, FL | 5.2 |
| RANSOM MIDDLE SCHOOL Cantonment, FL | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westridge Middle
What grades does Westridge Middle serve?
Westridge Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Westridge Middle?
Westridge Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,201 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westridge Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Westridge Middle is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westridge Middle rank in FL?
Westridge Middle ranks #2,684 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Westridge Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Westridge Middle 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 Westridge Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westridge Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westridge Middle a charter school?
No, Westridge Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westridge Middle a Title I school?
No, Westridge Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westridge Middle?
66.3% of students at Westridge 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
- 1,201
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (407) 354-2640
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #183 of 258
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