Serving 969 students in grades 6-8, Miami Lakes Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 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 (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 969 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Miami Lakes Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
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Miami Lakes Middle School's student population of 969 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
969 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Miami Lakes Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miami Lakes Middle School is 0.39, 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
#827 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
75%
37%
Black
22%
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
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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What is Miami Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Miami Lakes Middle School is ranked #827 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Lakes Middle School often compared to?
Miami Lakes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hialeah Gardens Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Miami Lakes Middle School?
969 students attend Miami Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Miami Lakes Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miami Lakes Middle School?
Miami Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Lakes Middle School offer ?
Miami Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miami Lakes Middle School part of?
Miami Lakes Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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