Serving 993 students in grades 6-8, Fort King Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 993 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort King Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fort King Middle School's student population of 993 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
993 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Helping Every Student Succeed
School Rankings
Fort King Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort King Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2826 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort King Middle School's ranking?
Fort King Middle School is ranked #2826 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort King Middle School often compared to?
Fort King Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fort King Middle School?
993 students attend Fort King Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Fort King Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort King Middle School?
Fort King Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort King Middle School offer ?
Fort King Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort King Middle School part of?
Fort King Middle School is part of Marion School District.
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