Serving 474 students in grades 6-8, Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead)'s student population of 474 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) is 0.30, 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
#1095 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
83%
36%
Black
5%
21%
White
11%
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
72%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead)'s ranking?
Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) is ranked #1095 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) often compared to?
Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead)is often viewed alongside schools like Everglades Preparatory Academy, Keys Gate Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead)?
474 students attend Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead)?
Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) offer ?
Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) part of?
Somerset Charter Middle School (South Homestead) is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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