Serving 698 students in grades 6-8, Palm Springs 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palm Springs Middle School serves the northeast part of Hialeah, Florida, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.2 miles, extending up to 2.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Springs Middle School's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs Middle School is 0.08, 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
#2477 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
96%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pacers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Springs Middle School's ranking?
Palm Springs Middle School is ranked #2477 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Springs Middle School often compared to?
Palm Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry H. Filer Middle School, Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Springs Middle School?
698 students attend Palm Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Palm Springs Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Springs Middle School?
Palm Springs Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Springs Middle School offer ?
Palm Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Springs Middle School part of?
Palm Springs Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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