For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,423 students in 33156, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33156, FL are Vineland K-8 Center, Palmetto Middle School and Kenwood K-8 Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33156 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33156, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33156, FL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vineland K-8 Center
(Math: 80% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8455 Sw 119th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-7931
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-7931
Gr: PK-8 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Palmetto Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7351 Sw 128th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-3911
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-3911
Gr: 6-8 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Kenwood K-8 Center
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9300 Sw 79th Ave
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 271-5061
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 271-5061
Gr: PK-8 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
True North Classical Academy At Pinecrest
Charter School
7500 Sw 120th St
Miami, FL 33156
(786) 840-9333
Miami, FL 33156
(786) 840-9333
Gr: K-8 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
33156, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33156, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33156, FL include Vineland K-8 Center, Palmetto Middle School and Kenwood K-8 Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 33156?
4 public middle schools are located in 33156.
What is the racial composition of students in 33156?
33156 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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