Christa McAuliffe Middle School

Summary:

Christa McAuliffe Middle School is a public middle school in Boynton Beach, Florida, serving 1,387 students in grades 6-8 and part of the Palm Beach School District. This high-performing school consistently outperforms the district and state in academic assessments, ranking among the top middle schools in Florida.

Christa McAuliffe Middle School stands out for its exceptional academic performance, with significantly higher proficiency rates compared to the district and state in key subjects like Algebra 1 (98% vs. 58% and 55%), Geometry (100% vs. 51% and 53%), and Civics (77% vs. 66% and 67%). The school also excels in 8th grade Science (68% vs. 48% and 45%) and English Language Arts (ELA) for grades 6-8 (69%, 68%, and 69% vs. 56%, 50%, and 53%). This consistent academic excellence has earned the school a 4-star rating and a statewide ranking of 212 out of 1,196 middle schools.

Compared to nearby schools, such as Carver Middle School and Okeeheelee Middle School, which have significantly lower proficiency rates, Christa McAuliffe Middle School stands out for its diverse student population and relatively lower rates of chronic absenteeism and free/reduced-price lunch eligibility. While the school has a higher student-teacher ratio of 18.4, its academic achievements and supportive environment make it an attractive option for families in the Boynton Beach area.


Detail:

Public, Magnet 6-8

 6500 Le Chalet Blvd
       Boynton Beach, FL  33472


(561) 374-6600

District: Palm Beach

SchoolDigger Rank:
212th of 1,196 Florida Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,473 Help


Feeder schools for Christa McAuliffe Middle School:

Elementary:    Crystal Lakes Elementary School
    Manatee Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  17.2 Help
Number of students:  1,189

Racial breakdown:

White:
42.2%
Hispanic:
29.5%
African American:
17.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  33.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Christa McAuliffe Middle School ranks better than 82.3% of middle schools in Florida. It also ranks 7th among 36 ranked middle schools in the Palm Beach School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 79.17. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Christa McAuliffe Middle School is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (42.2%), Hispanic (29.5%), African American (17.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 33.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Christa McAuliffe Middle School is 17.2. 18 middle schools in the Palm Beach School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Christa McAuliffe Middle School employs 69 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Christa McAuliffe Middle School is $11,473. 20 middle schools in the Palm Beach School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Christa McAuliffe Middle School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Christa McAuliffe Middle School 212th of 1196 Florida public middle schools. (See Christa McAuliffe Middle School in the ranking list.)

Palm Beach:

SchoolDigger ranks Palm Beach 41st of 68 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Christa McAuliffe Middle School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools FL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 69.94 172nd 593 71.0%
2005 74.33 136th 602 77.4%
2006 77.63 133rd 675 80.3%
2007 82.51 101st 736 86.3%
2008 78.04 143rd 740 80.7%
2009 79.96 133rd 780 82.9%
2010 82.46 121st 839 85.6%
2011 83.78 116th 891 87.0%
2012 79.30 167th 897 81.4%
2013 79.03 172nd 956 82.0%
2014 74.52 228th 999 77.2%
2016 77.12 197th 997 80.2%
2017 84.06 150th 1031 85.5%
2018 85.13 139th 1035 86.6%
2019 80.74 195th 1099 82.3%
2021 74.33 267th 1136 76.5%
2022 72.16 285th 1148 75.2%
2023 70.12 323rd 1177 72.6%
2024 79.17 212th 1196 82.3%
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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Enrollment information for Christa McAuliffe Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 807 202 17 133 3 n/a n/a 0 1162
1989 911 193 18 139 4 n/a n/a 0 1265
1990 1033 182 23 171 3 n/a n/a 0 1412
1991 1084 224 19 180 2 n/a n/a 0 1509
1992 1115 232 27 196 5 n/a n/a 0 1575
1993 1296 258 34 219 4 n/a n/a 0 1811
1994 1328 242 45 263 5 n/a n/a 0 1883
1995 885 302 33 181 3 n/a n/a 0 1404
1996 885 302 33 181 3 n/a n/a 0 1404
1997 748 302 31 130 4 n/a n/a 0 1215
1998 707 284 32 121 7 n/a n/a 0 1151
1999 722 256 20 144 6 n/a n/a 0 1148
2000 830 313 19 153 3 n/a n/a 0 1318
2001 894 346 29 205 3 n/a n/a 0 1477
2002 969 170 46 267 7 n/a n/a 0 1459
2003 969 170 46 267 7 n/a n/a 0 1459
2004 991 196 41 289 8 n/a n/a 0 1525
2005 907 122 28 235 11 n/a n/a 0 1303
2006 895 149 34 204 7 n/a n/a 0 1289
2007 831 131 35 193 10 n/a n/a 60 1260
2008 827 126 38 204 11 n/a n/a 69 1275
2009 794 106 31 191 9 n/a n/a 70 1201
2010 765 104 34 223 4 n/a n/a 40 1170
2011 719 109 34 218 7 1 47 0 1135
2012 762 143 47 263 3 0 47 0 1265
2013 748 149 57 273 4 0 37 0 1268
2014 660 147 52 227 5 0 38 0 1129
2015 651 142 46 203 7 0 39 0 1088
2016 697 131 42 205 6 2 39 0 1122
2017 746 136 56 252 5 2 36 0 1233
2018 741 136 66 277 8 1 42 0 1271
2019 804 178 73 334 10 1 53 0 1453
2020 793 207 78 353 8 2 55 0 1496
2021 726 240 84 344 10 2 54 0 1460
2022 704 239 77 363 8 2 62 0 1455
2023 617 255 80 360 7 1 67 0 1387
2024 502 205 63 351 4 0 64 0 1189

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Christa McAuliffe Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 1162 56.0 20.7 26.9
1989 1265 65.0 19.4 18.7
1990 1412 66.0 21.3 20.2
1991 1509 78.0 19.3 23.5
1992 1575 77.0 20.4 n/a
1993 1811 79.0 22.9 23.5
1994 1883 90.0 20.9 25
1995 1404 72.0 19.5 24.4
1996 1404 72.0 19.5 24.4
1997 1215 61.0 19.9 17.7
1998 1151 63.0 18.3 22.2
1999 1148 58.0 19.8 5.8
2000 1318 62.0 21.3 29.7
2001 1477 63.0 23.4 29
2002 1459 64.0 22.8 23.9
2003 1459 64.0 22.8 23.9
2004 1525 71.0 21.5 24.3
2005 1303 65.0 20.0 20.3
2006 1289 67.0 19.2 19
2007 1260 69.0 18.3 16.4
2008 1275 69.0 18.5 17.7
2009 1201 82.6 16.9 17.9
2010 1170 66.0 17.7 23.4
2011 1135 62.0 18.3 22.7
2012 1265 66.0 19.1 26.8
2013 1268 72.0 17.6 29.6
2014 1129 69.0 16.3 36.1
2015 1088 65.0 16.7 34.5
2016 1122 67.0 16.7 35.1
2017 1233 69.0 17.8 34.6
2018 1271 73.0 17.4 33.6
2019 1453 79.5 18.2 34.6
2020 1496 83.0 18.0 34.8
2021 1460 84.0 17.3 42.8
2022 1455 82.0 17.7 46.6
2023 1387 75.0 18.4 35
2024 1189 69.0 17.2 33.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Christa McAuliffe Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 1162 56.0 20.7 26.9
1989 1265 65.0 19.4 18.7
1990 1412 66.0 21.3 20.2
1991 1509 78.0 19.3 23.5
1992 1575 77.0 20.4 n/a
1993 1811 79.0 22.9 23.5
1994 1883 90.0 20.9 25
1995 1404 72.0 19.5 24.4
1996 1404 72.0 19.5 24.4
1997 1215 61.0 19.9 17.7
1998 1151 63.0 18.3 22.2
1999 1148 58.0 19.8 5.8
2000 1318 62.0 21.3 29.7
2001 1477 63.0 23.4 29
2002 1459 64.0 22.8 23.9
2003 1459 64.0 22.8 23.9
2004 1525 71.0 21.5 24.3
2005 1303 65.0 20.0 20.3
2006 1289 67.0 19.2 19
2007 1260 69.0 18.3 16.4
2008 1275 69.0 18.5 17.7
2009 1201 82.6 16.9 17.9
2010 1170 66.0 17.7 23.4
2011 1135 62.0 18.3 22.7
2012 1265 66.0 19.1 26.8
2013 1268 72.0 17.6 29.6
2014 1129 69.0 16.3 36.1
2015 1088 65.0 16.7 34.5
2016 1122 67.0 16.7 35.1
2017 1233 69.0 17.8 34.6
2018 1271 73.0 17.4 33.6
2019 1453 79.5 18.2 34.6
2020 1496 83.0 18.0 34.8
2021 1460 84.0 17.3 42.8
2022 1455 82.0 17.7 46.6
2023 1387 75.0 18.4 35
2024 1189 69.0 17.2 33.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Christa McAuliffe Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018 $523 (6.5%) $7,524 (93.5%) $8,047
2019 $496 (6.6%) $6,978 (93.4%) $7,474
2020 $318 (3.8%) $7,974 (96.2%) $8,292
2021 $543 (5.9%) $8,676 (94.1%) $9,219
2022 $1,116 (11.2%) $8,860 (88.8%) $9,976
2023 $1,100 (9.6%) $10,372 (90.4%) $11,473

Data source: Florida Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Christa McAuliffe Middle School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 195th of 1099 Middle schoolsRanks 323rd of 1177 Middle schools
 9.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Christa McAuliffe Middle School)7463
 11%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Palm Beach)5854
 4%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5452
 2%
6th Grade Mathematics (Christa McAuliffe Middle School)7256
 16%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Palm Beach)6050
 10%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Florida)5549
 6%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Christa McAuliffe Middle School)6664
 2%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Palm Beach)5351
 2%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5248
 4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Christa McAuliffe Middle School)5039
 11%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Palm Beach)3527
 8%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Florida)5446
 8%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Christa McAuliffe Middle School)7558
 17%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Palm Beach)5851
 7%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5649
 7%
8th Grade Mathematics (Christa McAuliffe Middle School)7869
 9%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Palm Beach)6457
 7%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Florida)4642
 4%
8th Grade Science (Christa McAuliffe Middle School)7160
 11%
   8th Grade Science (Palm Beach)5146
 5%
   8th Grade Science (Florida)4844
 4%
End of Course Civics (Christa McAuliffe Middle School)8069
 11%
   End of Course Civics (Palm Beach)7265
 7%
   End of Course Civics (Florida)7166
 5%
End of Course Algebra 1 (Christa McAuliffe Middle School)9997
 2%
   End of Course Algebra 1 (Palm Beach)6554
 11%
   End of Course Algebra 1 (Florida)6254
 8%
End of Course Geometry (Christa McAuliffe Middle School)99100
 1%
   End of Course Geometry (Palm Beach)6153
 8%
   End of Course Geometry (Florida)5750
 7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students14531387
 4.5%
African American178255
 43.3%
American Indian107
 30%
Asian7380
 9.6%
Hispanic334360
 7.8%
Pacific Islander11
White804617
 23.3%
Two or More Races5367
 26.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients34.6%35%
 0.3%


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Christa McAuliffe Middle School ranks 212th of 1196 Florida middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

In the 2023-24 school year, 1,189 students attended Christa McAuliffe Middle School.

Students at Christa McAuliffe Middle School are 42% White, 30% Hispanic, 17% African American, 5% Two or more races, 5% Asian.


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