North Dade Middle School

1840 Nw 157th St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
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Bottom 50%
Serving 395 students in grades 6-8, North Dade 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 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 395 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Dade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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School Overview

North Dade Middle School's student population of 395 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

North Dade Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Dade Middle School is 0.37, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3426 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25%
52%
26%
52%
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
76%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Dade Middle School's ranking?
North Dade Middle School is ranked #3426 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Dade Middle School often compared to?
North Dade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrie P. Meek/westview K-8 Center, Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Dade Middle School?
395 students attend North Dade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of North Dade Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Dade Middle School?
North Dade Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Dade Middle School offer ?
North Dade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Dade Middle School part of?
North Dade Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 395 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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