Very Good
#1370 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 36% in state
Hialeah Gardens Middle School
Middle School · MIAMI-DADE
11690 NW 92ND AVE, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018
Enrollment
1,612
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,612
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,370 of 3,778
In Hialeah Gardens
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#244 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Hialeah Gardens Middle School
Hialeah Gardens Middle School is a public middle school in Hialeah Gardens, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Hialeah Gardens Middle School serves approximately 1,612 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hialeah Gardens Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,370 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Hialeah Gardens Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Hialeah Gardens Middle School runs 25.2:1 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.
43% of students at Hialeah Gardens 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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Hialeah Gardens Middle School — Students at Hialeah Gardens Middle School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
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: 9.1/10.
How Hialeah Gardens Middle School Compares
See how Hialeah Gardens 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
11690 NW 92ND AVE, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hialeah Gardens Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HIALEAH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST LAKES PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hialeah), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE MARTI MAST 6-12 ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hialeah), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hialeah Gardens, see our Hialeah Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,805
Median Home Value
$436,300
Median Rent
$2,066/mo
Population
56,395
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
41.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hialeah Gardens Middle School
What grades does Hialeah Gardens Middle School serve?
Hialeah Gardens Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Hialeah Gardens Middle School?
Hialeah Gardens Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,612 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hialeah Gardens Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hialeah Gardens Middle School is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hialeah Gardens Middle School rank in FL?
Hialeah Gardens Middle School ranks #1,370 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Hialeah Gardens Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hialeah Gardens Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Hialeah Gardens Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hialeah Gardens Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hialeah Gardens Middle School a charter school?
No, Hialeah Gardens Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hialeah Gardens Middle School a Title I school?
No, Hialeah Gardens Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hialeah Gardens Middle School?
56.9% of students at Hialeah Gardens 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
- 1,612
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.4%
- Phone
- (305) 817-0017
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #244 of 497
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