Serving 910 students in grades 6-8, Ponce De Leon 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 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponce De Leon Middle School's student population of 910 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponce De Leon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponce De Leon Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1898 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
83%
36%
Black
9%
21%
White
7%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponce De Leon Middle School's ranking?
Ponce De Leon Middle School is ranked #1898 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ponce De Leon Middle School often compared to?
Ponce De Leon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Carver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ponce De Leon Middle School?
910 students attend Ponce De Leon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ponce De Leon Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ponce De Leon Middle School?
Ponce De Leon Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ponce De Leon Middle School offer ?
Ponce De Leon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ponce De Leon Middle School part of?
Ponce De Leon Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Ponce De Leon Middle School located?
Ponce De Leon Middle School is located in the Riviera neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Riviera.
School Reviews
5 1/6/2015
I love this school, one of my best school ever.
5 6/3/2014
this school is great. its also very large. i give it 5 stars out of 5.
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