Below Average
#3084 of 3,778 schools in FL
Homestead Middle School
Middle School · MIAMI-DADE
650 NW 2ND AVE, Homestead, FL 33030
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,084 of 3,778
In Homestead
#37 of 44
public schools
In district
#444 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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About Homestead Middle School
Homestead Middle School is a public middle school in Homestead, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Homestead Middle School serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Homestead Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,084 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Homestead Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Homestead 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.
68% of students at Homestead 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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Homestead Middle School — Students at Homestead Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.0/10.
How Homestead Middle School Compares
See how Homestead 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
650 NW 2ND AVE, Homestead, FL 33030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Homestead Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LINCOLN-MARTI SCHOOLS (INTERNATIONAL CAMPUS) (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Florida City), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (SOUTH HOMESTEAD (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MEDICAL ACADEMY FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (M.A.S.T.) @ HOM (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Homestead, see our Homestead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,231
Median Home Value
$382,200
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
35,957
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
36.6 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
30.3
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|---|---|
| CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Leesburg, FL | 4.6 |
| CHASCO MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Richey, FL | 4.6 |
| DOWDELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 4.6 |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Milton, FL | 4.6 |
| MATTHEW W. GILBERT MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 4.6 |
| MEADOWLAWN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Homestead Middle School
What grades does Homestead Middle School serve?
Homestead Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Homestead Middle School?
Homestead Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Homestead Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Homestead Middle School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Homestead Middle School rank in FL?
Homestead Middle School ranks #3,084 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Homestead Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Homestead Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Homestead Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Homestead Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Homestead Middle School a charter school?
No, Homestead Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Homestead Middle School a Title I school?
No, Homestead Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Homestead Middle School?
79.7% of students at Homestead 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
- 611
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.1%
- Phone
- (305) 247-4221
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #444 of 497
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