Serving 552 students in grades 6-8, Henry H. Filer Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry H. Filer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Henry H. Filer Middle School's student population of 552 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry H. Filer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry H. Filer Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2874 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
97%
36%
Black
1%
21%
White
2%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry H. Filer Middle School's ranking?
Henry H. Filer Middle School is ranked #2874 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Henry H. Filer Middle School often compared to?
Henry H. Filer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Imater Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Henry H. Filer Middle School?
552 students attend Henry H. Filer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Henry H. Filer Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry H. Filer Middle School?
Henry H. Filer Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Henry H. Filer Middle School offer ?
Henry H. Filer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Henry H. Filer Middle School part of?
Henry H. Filer Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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