Serving 507 students in grades 6-8, W. R. Thomas Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower 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 99% 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: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: W. R. Thomas Middle School serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W. R. Thomas Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
W. R. Thomas Middle School's student population of 507 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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School Rankings
W. R. Thomas 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 W. R. Thomas Middle School is 0.06, 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
#1692 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
97%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-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)41%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is W. R. Thomas Middle School's ranking?
W. R. Thomas Middle School is ranked #1692 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are W. R. Thomas Middle School often compared to?
W. R. Thomas Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul W. Bell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend W. R. Thomas Middle School?
507 students attend W. R. Thomas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of W. R. Thomas Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W. R. Thomas Middle School?
W. R. Thomas Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does W. R. Thomas Middle School offer ?
W. R. Thomas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W. R. Thomas Middle School part of?
W. R. Thomas Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is W. R. Thomas Middle School located?
W. R. Thomas Middle School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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