Serving 864 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 18:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 864 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 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 864 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
864 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Mustang Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
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 0.35, 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
#3148 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
78%
38%
Black
21%
21%
White
1%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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?
864 students attend West Homestead K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of West Homestead K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 21% 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 18:1, which is higher than 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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