Excellent
#677 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 18% in state
Herbert A. Ammons Middle School
Middle School · MIAMI-DADE
17990 SW 142ND AVE, Miami, FL 33177
Enrollment
1,008
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,008
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#677 of 3,778
In Miami
#80 of 280
public schools
In district
#132 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Herbert A. Ammons Middle School
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About Herbert A. Ammons Middle School
Herbert A. Ammons Middle School is a public middle school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Herbert A.
Ammons Middle School serves approximately 1,008 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Herbert A. Ammons Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #677 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Herbert A. Ammons Middle School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Herbert A. Ammons Middle School runs 22.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Herbert A. Ammons Middle School — Students at Herbert A. Ammons Middle School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.1%
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: 7.5/10.
How Herbert A. Ammons Middle School Compares
See how Herbert A. Ammons 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
17990 SW 142ND AVE, Miami, FL 33177
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herbert A. Ammons Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JORGE MAS CANOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| REM LEARNING CENTER Miami | 1.2 mi | — |
| NORMA BUTLER BOSSARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| JACK DAVID GORDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| JORGE MAS CANOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| KIDS FOR KIDS ACADEMY Miami | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| THIRD WORLD EDUCATION INC. Miami | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY Miami | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| KIDS PARADISE LEARNING CENTER Miami | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
| MY ACADEMY PRESCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Miami | 3.3 mi | 3.0 |
| ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL PREPARATORY Miami | 3.3 mi | 9.4 |
| GRACE BAPTIST ACADEMY Miami | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| SOMERSET COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 3.4 mi | — |
| ROBERT MORGAN EDUCATIONAL CENTER Miami | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER 803 Miami | 3.4 mi | 4.2 |
| LEARNING LINKS SCHOOL HOUSE Miami | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF MIAMI Miami | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Miami | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| FIRST IMPRESSIONS PRESCHOOL Miami | 3.7 mi | — |
| BUMBLE BEE DAYCARE Miami | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33177 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,297
Median Home Value
$399,000
Median Rent
$2,080/mo
Population
58,097
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
41.6
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| ARVIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 8.1 |
| CITY/PEMBROKE PINES CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Pembroke Pines, FL | 8.1 |
| WATER SPRING MIDDLE SCHOOL Winter Garden, FL | 8.1 |
| AVALON MIDDLE Orlando, FL | 8.0 |
| COLEMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.0 |
| DELAURA MIDDLE SCHOOL Satellite Beach, FL | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herbert A. Ammons Middle School
What grades does Herbert A. Ammons Middle School serve?
Herbert A. Ammons Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Herbert A. Ammons Middle School?
Herbert A. Ammons Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,008 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herbert A. Ammons Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Herbert A. Ammons Middle School is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herbert A. Ammons Middle School rank in FL?
Herbert A. Ammons Middle School ranks #677 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Herbert A. Ammons Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Herbert A. Ammons Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Herbert A. Ammons Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Herbert A. Ammons Middle School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Herbert A. Ammons Middle School a charter school?
No, Herbert A. Ammons Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Herbert A. Ammons Middle School a Title I school?
No, Herbert A. Ammons Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herbert A. Ammons Middle School?
40.1% of students at Herbert A. Ammons 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,008
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (305) 971-0158
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #132 of 497
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