School Overview
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.
812
Total Students
41.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DISCOVERY MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White255
Hispanic423
Black75
Asian30
Two or More27
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    423 (52.1 %)
  • White
    255 (31.4 %)
  • Black
    75 (9.2 %)
  • Asian
    30 (3.7 %)
  • Two or More
    27 (3.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ORANGE
Phone: (407)384-1555
Website: http://discoveryms.ocps.net/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 812
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 259
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Grade 6 281
Grade 7 242
Grade 8 289

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DISCOVERY MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6281
Grade 7242
Grade 8289
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DISCOVERY MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female38847.8%
Male42452.2%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)