Below Average
#2881 of 3,778 schools in FL
Horace Mann Middle School
Middle School · MIAMI-DADE
8950 NW 2ND AVE, EL Portal, FL 33150
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,881 of 3,778
In EL Portal
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#418 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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About Horace Mann Middle School
Horace Mann Middle School is a public middle school in EL Portal, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Horace Mann Middle School serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Horace Mann Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,881 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Horace Mann Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
64% of students at Horace Mann 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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Horace Mann Middle School — Students at Horace Mann Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.5%
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: 5.8/10.
How Horace Mann Middle School Compares
See how Horace Mann 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
8950 NW 2ND AVE, EL Portal, FL 33150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horace Mann Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PHYLLIS R. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARCOLA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIAMI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Miami Shores), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Portal, see our EL Portal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,802
Median Home Value
$377,700
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
31,936
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
29.7%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horace Mann Middle School
What grades does Horace Mann Middle School serve?
Horace Mann Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Horace Mann Middle School?
Horace Mann Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horace Mann Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Horace Mann Middle School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Horace Mann Middle School rank in FL?
Horace Mann Middle School ranks #2,881 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Horace Mann Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Horace Mann Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Horace Mann Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Horace Mann Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Horace Mann Middle School a charter school?
No, Horace Mann Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horace Mann Middle School a Title I school?
No, Horace Mann Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horace Mann Middle School?
68.5% of students at Horace Mann 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
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.8%
- Phone
- (305) 757-9537
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #418 of 497
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