Challenger Middle School Cape Coral Overview &amp; Info (2026 List)

About Challenger Middle School

Challenger Middle School is located at 624 Trafalgar Parkway, Cape Coral, Florida 33991. The campus serves students in grades 6 through 8 within the School District of Lee County. Enrollment is about 1,142 students, giving the school a relatively large middle school population compared with others in the Cape Coral area. The student–teacher ratio is approximately 22:1, which supports standard class sizes across core academic subjects. The student population is about 51% male and 49% female. According to state assessment data, roughly 62% of students demonstrate proficiency in mathematics, while reading proficiency is reported near 56%. Challenger Middle School also hosts a gifted academic program and several elective pathways designed to support different student learning interests. The campus operates within Lee County’s public middle-grade network and primarily draws enrollment from nearby residential neighborhoods across western Cape Coral. Homes surrounding the campus commonly list near $380,000, depending on neighborhood design, waterfront access, and property updates. Challenger Middle School is sometimes referenced by families comparing options in the best middle school in Florida search when evaluating larger suburban campuses in Southwest Florida.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 62%

Reading 56%

State average proficiency is 62% in Math and 56% in Reading.

53

Full-time Teachers

22 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

1

Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)

1142

Total Students

$66972

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 45.01%

Asian 0.96%

Hispanic 42.56%

Black 5.69%

Two+ Races 5.52%

Native Am. 0.26%

White

45.01%

Asian

0.96%

Hispanic

42.56%

Black

5.69%

Two+ Races

5.52%

Native Am.

0.26%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1142

48.77%

557 Female

51.23%

585 Male

Student Population

1142 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

571 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Challenger Middle School Contact Information

Address

624 TRAFALGAR PKWY, CAPE CORAL, FL, 33991

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Phone

(239) 242-4341

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Website

http://chm.leeschools.net/

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:45 AM - 4:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 9:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Challenger Middle School in Cape Coral recently shared news with families after the school was named a 2026 Exceeding Expectations Award recipient in Florida. The award highlights schools where students show strong academic progress over time. Staff and students marked the announcement during a school update, and the recognition has been welcomed by the local community. The award places Challenger Middle School among campuses in the state being noticed for steady improvement in student learning.

FAQ

Q1. Does Challenger Middle School offer clubs for students?

Ans. Yes. Challenger Middle School has several student clubs that run during the year depending on interest and participation.

Q2. Can students join sports teams at Challenger Middle School?

Ans. Students at Challenger Middle School can try out for sports teams that are offered during different parts of the school year.

Q3. Are there opportunities for students to explore creative subjects at Challenger Middle School?

Ans. Challenger Middle School allows students to take part in classes and activities related to art, music, and other creative areas.

Q4. Does Challenger Middle School hold school events for students?

Ans. Challenger Middle School organizes events during the year where students can take part in activities outside regular classes.

Q5. How do families receive updates from Challenger Middle School?

Ans. Challenger Middle School shares news and updates with families through school messages and community announcements.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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