2019 Best Middle Schools in the Orlando AreaAbout this List

Lake Highland Preparatory School

• Private School
• Orlando, FL
• PK, K-12
• 68

Freshman: Love this school! Started in 6th grade and had a hard time adjusting but worth it! Definitely requires hard work and effort. The classes are much harder than a regular public school. It is claimed that the classes are one above, meaning, any standard (also know as college prep class) is considered to be a honors class at a mediocre public school.
Read 68 Reviews

• A+

• 1,926 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Windermere Preparatory School

• Private School
• Windermere, FL
• PK, K-12
• 77

Freshman: This school is so supportive for all the students. The teachers really want the kids to do well and will stay after school for as long as it takes to help. The atmosphere is like family. The opportunities are so varied and amazing. Different cultures enrich the school as we all learn about the world together.
The only thing I would change is more recognition for Baseball. It seems it NEVER gets mentioned in the weekly news, there are hardly any coaches and JV always gets a raw deal. It needs a bigger budget and it also needs recognizing by the school as much as football and basketball and volleyball.
In Public schools baseball is extremely high profile and very competative. The coaches are renowned for producing winning teams. We have so many talented players in WPS and yet we never get a mention. Our hard work needs recognizing, as we are all so proud to represent our school. GO LAKERS!
Read 77 Reviews

• A+

• 1,475 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Geneva School

• Private School
• Winter Park, FL
• PK, K-12
• 69

Works Here: Success begins with the leadership of the school and Geneva has great leaders! Their mission and vision for the students permeates through everything that they teach and do. They have strong academics and engaging activities. However, just as important is their Christian faith that influences children in such a positive way.
Read 69 Reviews

• A+

• 477 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Montverde Academy

• Private School
• Montverde, FL
• PK, K-12
• 100

Junior: I love the boarding program and how boarders are taken to trips every weekend! The fact that there is students from over 80 different countries makes it even more successful and a great experience. We are all exposed to other cultures and languages which gives us even more than you can think of. As a experience MVA is great, you will learn new things, meet new pwople, make friends for lifetime and also enjoy the amazing sports programs the school offers. We have some famous athletes graduated from mva and we keep pushing the rest to reach excellence with the great coaches and even greater facilities the academy has.
Read 100 Reviews

• A+

• 1,234 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The First Academy

• Private School
• Orlando, FL
• PK, K-12
• 94

Alum: I LOVE The First Academy. I felt so welcomed when I first started my freshman year. The teachers, faculty, and students are amazing and really make you feel at home. Everybody truly cares about you because your not just a number at TFA. There is always something fun and exciting to get involved in at school from the weekly chapel services, clubs/organizations, sport activities, and house group activities. I'm so blessed that I was able to attend The First Academy because I wouldn't have wanted my high school experience to be anywhere else.
Read 94 Reviews

• A

• 1,200 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lake Mary Preparatory School

• Private School
• Lake Mary, FL
• PK, K-12
• 6

Parent: My children have attended Lake Mary Prep since elementary school. They have received an advanced curriculum every year. But the best thing about LMP is the family atmosphere. When my child was sick or just not himself the teachers noticed and let me know. I never felt my son was just a student but a child who was cared for, nurtured and challenged. There have been administrators who did not always answer my questions as I had wanted but that is the case at every school. But the teachers who interact with my boys on a daily basis were always professional and kind. I did not always agree with every class grade or procedure but My children always were treated fairly. When we attended sporting events the character of the LMP students often out shined those of other private schools, poor sportsmanship and disrespect were never seen or tolerated. I want that for my sons. School is about more than an education it is about the whole child and LMP practices this.
Read 6 Reviews

• A

• 525 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Master's Academy

• Private School
• Oviedo, FL
• PK, K-12
• 110

Senior: The Master's Academy was my home from age six to seventeen and its faculties served me quite well. While lacking in a few areas, their ever changing admin or less-than-perfect approach to teaching religion, The Master's Academy does many things right: the teachers build important relationships with students and go the extra mile when it comes to helping them learn, the sports facilities while miniscule when I arrived have grown and improved exponentially since, and their guidance workers truly help you to prepare and enter college confidently with ease. Each of these things contributed to my upbringing as an Eagle and for that I am thankful.
Read 110 Reviews

• A

• 894 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Seminole Science Charter School

• Seminole County Public Schools, FL
• K-8

• A

• 381 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Orangewood Christian School

• Private School
• Maitland, FL
• PK, K-12
• 92

Alum: Whether you've been a part of Orangewood for your entire life or you're brand new to the school, you are a part of our family. The relationships built between students, faculty, and families last longer than just K4-12 grade. My greatest friendships were formed at Orangewood and the teachers are still interested in me and my life long after graduation. It was my parents' decision to place me at Orangewood and, looking back, I am so grateful for the academic and spiritual foundation I was given!
Read 92 Reviews

• A

• 695 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Arbor Ridge School

• Orange County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-8

• A-

• 759 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Galileo School for Gifted Learning

• Seminole County Public Schools, FL
• K-8
• 12

Parent: Galileo School is the best school we could have ever asked for! The teachers are invested and interested, without exception, in your child's education. They genuinely care about all the children and work hard to give them the best education they can.

We started in Elementary School and moved on to Middle School with Galileo and have had an extremely positive experience across the board.

The administration are wonderful and I have never had a single negative experience with any of them in any aspect. My son has a Gifted EP as well as a 504 and they have been fantastic. Could not speak more highly of this school.
Read 12 Reviews

• A-

• 585 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

International Community School

• Private School
• Winter Park, FL
• PK, K-12
• 65

Senior: International Community School is great! The teachers are amazing. They really care and take time to make sure that you understand the content. This school cares about all of you, not just the academic side of you.
Read 65 Reviews

• A-

• 450 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Foundation Academy

• Private School
• Winter Garden, FL
• PK, K-12
• 21

Alum: I transferred to Foundation Academy going into my senior year of high school, specifically for their football program. The faculty there are extremely helpful with helping you get into college, and are always there for you for academic as well as moral/personal support. Most of the teachers there actually care about you and your success, even the troublemakers. The teachers are usually fair and are very helpful for the students. Because sports are a big deal, the school is very diverse in their student body for a small private school. I would definitely recommend attending there.
Read 21 Reviews

• A-

• 780 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jackson Heights Middle School

• Seminole County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8

• A-

• 1,239 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Chiles Middle School

• Seminole County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 2

Parent: We've had great experiences at LCMS. My oldest went through and is now in high school and my middle child is a current student. Teachers and staff are fantastic!
Read 2 Reviews

• A-

• 1,264 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Blankner School

• Orange County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-8
• 5

Parent: My daughter is a third generation bulldog. My mother & I also went there. It is a outstanding school. The teachers are the most caring. My daughter will be able to use some of her high school classes as college credits. They work very hard to work with each student at every level.
Read 5 Reviews

• A-

• 1,078 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sanford Middle School

• Seminole County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 3

Freshman: I would like Sanford Middle to improve on aspects other than academics. Clubs, after-school activities, and sports need some attention for growth.
Read 3 Reviews

• A-

• 1,679 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Indian Trails Middle School

• Seminole County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8

• A-

• 1,141 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Windy Ridge School

• Orange County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-8
• 1

Alum: The education experience was excellent, with small classes, passionate teachers, and a very positive learning environment.
Read 1 Review

• A-

• 1,128 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rock Lake Middle School

• Seminole County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8

• B+

• 891 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Trinity Christian Academy

• Private School
• Deltona, FL
• PK, K-12
• 32

Senior: I have been going to Trinity since kindergarten and I am graduating in 28 days. This school has changed my life. The teachers love and support the students and prepare them for their life ahead. They share the love of God in everything they do and make each student feel like they mean something to the teacher, and they do.
Read 32 Reviews

• B+

• 595 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hope Charter School

• Orange County Public Schools, FL
• K-8

• B+

• 464 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Markham Woods Middle School

• Seminole County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 8

• B+

• 1,175 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Avalon Middle School

• Orange County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 1

• B+

• 1,868 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sunridge Middle School

• Orange County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 1

• B+

• 1,257 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio