Below Average
#2947 of 3,778 schools in FL
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School
Middle School · MIAMI-DADE
1331 NW 46TH ST, Miami, FL 33142
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,947 of 3,778
In Miami
#244 of 280
public schools
In district
#428 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School is a public middle school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,947 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
73% of students at Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School — Students at Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School Compares
See how Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1331 NW 46TH ST, Miami, FL 33142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MATER INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 3.3/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LENORA BRAYNON SMITH ELEMENTARY Miami | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTERN GENERAL EDUCATION Miami | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| GOSPEL ASSEMBLY ACADEMY INC Miami | 0.5 mi | — |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Miami | 0.6 mi | — |
| ORCHARD VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| EDC ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Miami | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| MIAMI JACKSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| KELSEY L. PHARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| AMC ACADEMY Miami | 0.9 mi | — |
| IT'S A SMALL WORLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CITI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| WYNWOOD LEARNING CENTER II Miami | 0.9 mi | — |
| EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INC. DBA MCDONALDS PLAYWORLD Miami | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| CHARLES R DREW K-8 CENTER Miami | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| SANTA CLARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MATER INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY Miami | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MATER ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Miami | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| MAYA ANGELOU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| AGENORIA S PASCHAL/OLINDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,900
Median Home Value
$298,000
Median Rent
$1,289/mo
Population
56,437
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
29.5%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
25.4%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROWNSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 4.8 |
| RONALD MCNAIR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockledge, FL | 4.8 |
| WARRINGTON PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pensacola, FL | 4.8 |
| FORT MYERS MIDDLE ACADEMY Fort Myers, FL | 4.7 |
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 4.9 |
| HORACE MANN MIDDLE SCHOOL El Portal, FL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School
What grades does Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School serve?
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School?
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School rank in FL?
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School ranks #2,947 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School a charter school?
No, Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School a Title I school?
No, Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School?
62.6% of students at Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.7%
- Phone
- (305) 634-9787
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #428 of 497
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