Serving 859 students in grades 6-8, Joseph L. Carwise Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 859 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph L. Carwise Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Joseph L. Carwise Middle School's student population of 859 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
859 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph L. Carwise Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph L. Carwise Middle School is 0.52, 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
#893 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
66%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph L. Carwise Middle School's ranking?
Joseph L. Carwise Middle School is ranked #893 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Joseph L. Carwise Middle School often compared to?
Joseph L. Carwise Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Harbor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Joseph L. Carwise Middle School?
859 students attend Joseph L. Carwise Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Joseph L. Carwise Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph L. Carwise Middle School?
Joseph L. Carwise Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph L. Carwise Middle School offer ?
Joseph L. Carwise Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph L. Carwise Middle School part of?
Joseph L. Carwise Middle School is part of Pinellas School District.
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