Serving 986 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center ranks in the top 50% 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center's student population of 986 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
986 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Teal
School Rankings
Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center is 0.13, 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
#1186 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
93%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
4%
35%
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
26%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center's ranking?
Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center is ranked #1186 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center often compared to?
Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like John I. Smith K-8 Center, Dr. Rolando Espinosa K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center?
986 students attend Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center?
Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center offer ?
Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center part of?
Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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First day of school
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
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