For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 3,540 students in 32809, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32809, FL are Cornerstone Academy Charter, Westridge Middle School and Project Compass. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32809 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32809, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32809, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornerstone Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
906 Waltham Ave
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 608-7171
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 608-7171
Gr: K-8 | 1,094 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Westridge Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3800 W Oak Ridge Rd
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 354-2640
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 354-2640
Gr: 6-8 | 1,136 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Project Compass
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7531 S Orange Blossom Trl
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 235-1500
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 235-1500
Gr: 7-12
Rank: #44.
Judson B Walker Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
150 Amidon Ln
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 858-3210
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 858-3210
Gr: 6-8 | 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Chancery High Charter
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7001 S Orange Blossom Trl
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 850-9791
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 850-9791
Gr: 7-12 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 55:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32809, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32809, FL include Cornerstone Academy Charter, Westridge Middle School and Project Compass.
How many public middle schools are located in 32809?
5 public middle schools are located in 32809.
What is the racial composition of students in 32809?
32809 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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