Serving 819 students in grades 6-8, Palmetto Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmetto Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Palmetto Middle School's student population of 819 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmetto Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Middle School is 0.61, 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
#511 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
53%
36%
Black
9%
21%
White
33%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
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 Palmetto Middle School's ranking?
Palmetto Middle School is ranked #511 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palmetto Middle School often compared to?
Palmetto Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palmetto Middle School?
819 students attend Palmetto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Palmetto Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmetto Middle School?
Palmetto Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palmetto Middle School offer ?
Palmetto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palmetto Middle School part of?
Palmetto Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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