Serving 1,551 students in grades 6-8, Hialeah Gardens Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hialeah Gardens Middle School serves the northeast part of Hialeah, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 7.1 miles from the furthest zone edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hialeah Gardens Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Hialeah Gardens Middle School's student population of 1,551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hialeah Gardens Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hialeah Gardens Middle School is 0.02, 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
#879 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Hispanic
99%
38%
White
1%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hialeah Gardens Middle School's ranking?
Hialeah Gardens Middle School is ranked #879 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hialeah Gardens Middle School often compared to?
Hialeah Gardens Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miami Lakes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hialeah Gardens Middle School?
1,551 students attend Hialeah Gardens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hialeah Gardens Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hialeah Gardens Middle School?
Hialeah Gardens Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hialeah Gardens Middle School offer ?
Hialeah Gardens Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hialeah Gardens Middle School part of?
Hialeah Gardens Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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