Serving 1,079 students in grades 6-8, Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,079 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's student population of 1,079 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,079 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#948 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
32%
38%
Black
17%
21%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Palm Beach School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is ranked #948 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe Middle School often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Don Estridge High Tech Middle School, Woodlands Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
1,079 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Middle School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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