At a glance
Reported students
955
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
43
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
22.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida middle enrollment
70th percentile
Compared with 579 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
615
Chain of Lakes Middle: 955 reported students.
State peer staffing position
87th percentile
22.2:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,109
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.9:1
What the reported data says about Chain of Lakes Middle
Chain of Lakes Middle is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Orlando. It is one of 275 current school records connected to Orange. NCES reports 955 students for 2024–25.
Among 579 middle schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 808 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 70th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 22.2:1, above the Florida median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (41.3%) and Black (41.2%). English learners represent 20% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Chain of Lakes Middle
- 1How do the reported 22.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 43 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 20%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 41.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White13.1%
- Hispanic41.3%
- Black41.2%
- Asian2.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.5%
- Multiracial1.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Orange
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Hamlin Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
953 reported students
Robinswood Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
985 reported students
Gotha Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
988 reported students
South Creek Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,006 reported students
Odyssey Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
897 reported students
Judson B Walker Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
872 reported students
Public schools near Chain of Lakes Middle
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Middle Middle · Orange | 06–08 | 1,290 | 1.7 mi |
| Gotha Middle Middle · Orange | 06–08 | 988 | 2.6 mi |
| Florida Virtual Middle School Middle · Fl Virtual | 06–08 | 2,559 | 4 mi |
| Horizon West Middle Middle · Orange | 06–08 | 1,333 | 4.7 mi |
| Carver Middle Middle · Orange | 06–08 | 639 | 4.8 mi |
| Robinswood Middle Middle · Orange | 06–08 | 985 | 5.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Chain of Lakes Middle
What grades does Chain of Lakes Middle serve?
Chain of Lakes Middle reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Orange.
How many students attend Chain of Lakes Middle?
Chain of Lakes Middle reported 955 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 70th percentile among 579 Florida middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,109 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Chain of Lakes Middle?
The calculated ratio is 22.2:1, based on 955 students and 43 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Chain of Lakes Middle a public, charter, or magnet school?
Chain of Lakes Middle is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Orange attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Chain of Lakes Middle students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
41.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Chain of Lakes Middle in?
Chain of Lakes Middle is part of Orange, based in Orlando, FL, which operates 275 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Chain of Lakes Middle?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Southwest Middle (1.7 mi), Gotha Middle (2.6 mi), Florida Virtual Middle School (4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.