DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL

DISCOVERY MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the ORANGE school district, located in ORLANDO, FL with about 941 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, DISCOVERY MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

DISCOVERY MIDDLE School, located in the Avalon Park area of Orlando, Florida, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) district. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a positive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By offering a diverse range of core subjects alongside various elective programs—such as fine arts, technology, and physical education—the school aims to provide a well-rounded middle school experience that prepares students for the transition to high school.

Beyond its academic curriculum, DISCOVERY MIDDLE School is deeply integrated into the local Avalon Park community. The school places a high priority on student involvement through extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, academic clubs, and leadership organizations, which encourage students to develop social skills and personal interests. With its focus on utilizing modern educational resources and maintaining strong communication between parents and faculty, DISCOVERY MIDDLE strives to create a supportive, collaborative culture where students are encouraged to explore their potential and excel in their studies.

For more information, contact DISCOVERY MIDDLE at (407) 384-1555 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

601 WOODBURY RD
ORLANDO, FL 32828-7104
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DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in ORLANDO, FL with about 941 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
ORANGE
Total Students:
941
Teachers:
54
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 941 students

White
41.9%
Hispanic/Latino
40.2%
Black or African American
9.0%
Asian
5.7%
Two or more races
2.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.