Serving 1,365 students in grades 6-8, Charles S. Rushe Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles S. Rushe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Charles S. Rushe Middle School's student population of 1,365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Red and Grey
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles S. Rushe Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles S. Rushe Middle School is 0.63, 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
#707 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
54%
34%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles S. Rushe Middle School's ranking?
Charles S. Rushe Middle School is ranked #707 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Charles S. Rushe Middle School often compared to?
Charles S. Rushe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Imagine School At Land O' Lakes by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Charles S. Rushe Middle School?
1,365 students attend Charles S. Rushe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Charles S. Rushe Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles S. Rushe Middle School?
Charles S. Rushe Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charles S. Rushe Middle School offer ?
Charles S. Rushe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles S. Rushe Middle School part of?
Charles S. Rushe Middle School is part of Pasco School District.
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