For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,866 students in 33181, FL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 33181, FL are David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center, International Studies Virtual Academy and Colegiate Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33181 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33181, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33181, FL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15000 Bay Vista Blvd
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 354-2600
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 354-2600
Gr: PK-8 | 1,276 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
International Studies Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 Ne 127th Street
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Gr: 6-12 | 36 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Colegiate Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12900 Ne 17th Avenue
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Gr: 6-12 | 171 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Mater Academy Biscayne North Miami Beach Middle School
Charter School
12900 Ne 12th Avenue
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 305-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 305-8580
Gr: 6-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 33181, FL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 33181, FL include David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center, International Studies Virtual Academy and Colegiate Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 33181?
4 public middle schools are located in 33181.
What is the racial composition of students in 33181?
33181 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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