Serving 488 students in grades 6-8, Georgia Jones Ayers 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 13% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School's student population of 488 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Georgia Jones Ayers 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 Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School is 0.48, 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
#3599 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
63%
36%
Black
36%
21%
White
1%
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
88%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School's ranking?
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School is ranked #3599 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School?
488 students attend Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School?
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School offer ?
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School part of?
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School located?
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School is located in the Model City neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Model City.
School Reviews
5 2/25/2017
this is a awesome school its not the school its the kids this is known for a bad school but its not it opens the door for different opportunities for example: Track, The Band, and etc..
5 10/27/2014
I want to put my child to this school because i live closer over there
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