Serving 1,304 students in grades 4-8, South Dade Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 1,304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Dade Middle School's student population of 1,304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Love, Learn, Lead!
School Rankings
South Dade 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 South Dade Middle School is 0.27, 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
#2234 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
85%
38%
Black
10%
21%
White
3%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Dade Middle School's ranking?
South Dade Middle School is ranked #2234 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Dade Middle School?
1,304 students attend South Dade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South Dade Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% 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 Dade Middle School?
South Dade Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Dade Middle School offer ?
South Dade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Dade Middle School part of?
South Dade Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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