Very Good
#1140 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 30% in state
Miami Lakes Middle School
Middle School · MIAMI-DADE
6425 MIAMI LAKEWAY N, Hialeah, FL 33014
Enrollment
969
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
969
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,140 of 3,778
In Hialeah
#18 of 45
public schools
In district
#206 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Miami Lakes Middle School
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About Miami Lakes Middle School
Miami Lakes Middle School is a public middle school in Hialeah, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Miami Lakes Middle School serves approximately 969 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Miami Lakes Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,140 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Miami Lakes Middle School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Miami Lakes Middle School runs 25.5:1 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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Miami Lakes Middle School — Students at Miami Lakes Middle School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
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: 9.4/10.
How Miami Lakes Middle School Compares
See how Miami Lakes 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
6425 MIAMI LAKEWAY N, Hialeah, FL 33014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miami Lakes Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HIVE PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOELLA C. GOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hialeah, see our Hialeah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,934
Median Home Value
$398,400
Median Rent
$1,720/mo
Population
40,742
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
42.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miami Lakes Middle School
What grades does Miami Lakes Middle School serve?
Miami Lakes Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Miami Lakes Middle School?
Miami Lakes Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 969 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miami Lakes Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Miami Lakes Middle School is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miami Lakes Middle School rank in FL?
Miami Lakes Middle School ranks #1,140 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Miami Lakes Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Miami Lakes Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Miami Lakes Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miami Lakes Middle School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Miami Lakes Middle School a charter school?
No, Miami Lakes Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miami Lakes Middle School a Title I school?
No, Miami Lakes Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miami Lakes Middle School?
57.6% of students at Miami Lakes 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
- 969
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (305) 557-3900
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #206 of 497
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