Middle Schools in Collier

The middle schools in Collier County, Florida serve a diverse student population, with significant variation in academic performance and school characteristics. Of the 13 middle schools in the district, several stand out as high-performing, while others face challenges in serving disadvantaged communities.

The top-performing middle schools in Collier County include North Naples Middle School, Oakridge Middle School, and Gulfview Middle School, all of which consistently rank among the best in the state. These schools boast high test scores, low chronic absenteeism rates, and strong student-teacher ratios. In contrast, Immokalee Middle School, which serves a predominantly Hispanic and low-income student population, struggles with the lowest rankings and test scores in the district.

The data also reveals significant disparities in academic achievement and funding across the middle schools in Collier County. Schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates tend to have lower test scores and academic rankings, highlighting the impact of socioeconomic factors on student outcomes. Additionally, the wide range in per-student spending, from $10,183 to $31,618, suggests funding inequities that may contribute to the performance gaps between schools. However, the success of Marco Island Charter Middle demonstrates that high-quality public education is possible, even in challenging circumstances.