Serving 651 students in grades 6-8, West Miami Middle School 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 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Miami Middle School's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Miami Middle School 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 Miami Middle School is 0.04, 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
#2919 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 Miami Middle School's ranking?
West Miami Middle School is ranked #2919 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Miami Middle School often compared to?
West Miami Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everglades K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Miami Middle School?
651 students attend West Miami Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Miami Middle School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Miami Middle School?
West Miami Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Miami Middle School offer ?
West Miami Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Miami Middle School part of?
West Miami Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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