Very Good
#1088 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 29% in state
Southwood Middle School
Middle School · MIAMI-DADE
16301 SW 80TH AVE, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
Enrollment
1,084
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,084
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,088 of 3,778
In Palmetto Bay
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#197 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Southwood Middle School
Southwood Middle School is a public middle school in Palmetto Bay, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Southwood Middle School serves approximately 1,084 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,088 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Southwood Middle School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Southwood Middle School runs 21.7:1 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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Southwood Middle School — Students at Southwood Middle School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.3%
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: 8.0/10.
How Southwood Middle School Compares
See how Southwood 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
16301 SW 80TH AVE, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WHISPERING PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palmetto Bay, see our Palmetto Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33157 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,364
Median Home Value
$478,300
Median Rent
$1,493/mo
Population
69,605
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
40.6
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| WILLIAM J MONTFORD III MIDDLE SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 7.4 |
| EAGLES LANDING MIDDLE SCHOOL Boca Raton, FL | 7.5 |
| FREEPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Freeport, FL | 7.5 |
| GAMBLE ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Augustine, FL | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwood Middle School
What grades does Southwood Middle School serve?
Southwood Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Southwood Middle School?
Southwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,084 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwood Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwood Middle School is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwood Middle School rank in FL?
Southwood Middle School ranks #1,088 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Southwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Southwood Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwood Middle School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southwood Middle School a charter school?
No, Southwood Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwood Middle School a Title I school?
No, Southwood Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwood Middle School?
35.3% of students at Southwood 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
- 1,084
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (305) 251-5361
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #197 of 497
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