Serving 718 students in grades 6-8, Palm Springs 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 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower 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: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palm Springs Middle School's student population of 718 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs Middle School is 0.08, 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
#2643 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
96%
36%
Black
2%
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
81%
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 Palm Springs Middle School's ranking?
Palm Springs Middle School is ranked #2643 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Springs Middle School often compared to?
Palm Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Springs Middle School?
718 students attend Palm Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Palm Springs Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Springs Middle School?
Palm Springs Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palm Springs Middle School offer ?
Palm Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palm Springs Middle School part of?
Palm Springs Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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