Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, Ponce De Leon Middle School ranks in the top 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 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponce de Leon Middle School serves the eastern part of Miami, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 41.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 2.9 miles, while some may be as far as 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponce De Leon Middle School's student population of 778 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponce De Leon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponce De Leon Middle School is 0.24, 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
#1678 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
87%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
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)38.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponce De Leon Middle School's ranking?
Ponce De Leon Middle School is ranked #1678 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ponce De Leon Middle School often compared to?
Ponce De Leon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Carver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ponce De Leon Middle School?
778 students attend Ponce De Leon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ponce De Leon Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponce De Leon Middle School?
Ponce De Leon Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ponce De Leon Middle School offer ?
Ponce De Leon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponce De Leon Middle School part of?
Ponce De Leon Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Ponce De Leon Middle School located?
Ponce De Leon Middle School is located in the Riviera neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Riviera.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school is great. its also very large. i give it 5 stars out of 5.
5 10/10/2025
I love this school, one of my best school ever.
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