Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, Norland Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norland Middle School serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norland Middle School's student population of 656 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norland Middle School is 0.23, 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
#2343 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
87%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norland Middle School's ranking?
Norland Middle School is ranked #2343 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Norland Middle School often compared to?
Norland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andover Middle School, Miami Carol City Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Norland Middle School?
656 students attend Norland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Norland Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norland Middle School?
Norland Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norland Middle School offer ?
Norland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norland Middle School part of?
Norland Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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