West Homestead K-8 Center

1550 Sw 6th St
Homestead, FL 33030
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 826 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Homestead K-8 Center 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to 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 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 826 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

West Homestead K-8 Center's student population of 826 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
826 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
5
School Motto
The Force for Learning Is Strong At WHK8

School Rankings

West Homestead K-8 Center 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 West Homestead K-8 Center is 0.33, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3148 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40%
52%
23%
52%
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
80%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.33
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Homestead K-8 Center's ranking?
West Homestead K-8 Center is ranked #3148 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Homestead K-8 Center?
826 students attend West Homestead K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Homestead K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Homestead K-8 Center?
West Homestead K-8 Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Homestead K-8 Center offer ?
West Homestead K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Homestead K-8 Center part of?
West Homestead K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 826 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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