Serving 691 students in grades 6-8, South Miami Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Miami Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Miami Middle School's student population of 691 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
South Miami Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Miami Middle School is 0.35, 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
#789 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
80%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Miami Middle School's ranking?
South Miami Middle School is ranked #789 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Miami Middle School often compared to?
South Miami Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Miami K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Miami Middle School?
691 students attend South Miami Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Miami Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Miami Middle School?
South Miami Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Miami Middle School offer ?
South Miami Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Miami Middle School part of?
South Miami Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Summer School and Summer Camp
June 20, 2025 (Friday)
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