Below Average
#2883 of 3,778 schools in FL
W. R. Thomas Middle School
Middle School · MIAMI-DADE
13001 SW 26TH ST, Miami, FL 33175
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,883 of 3,778
In Miami
#241 of 280
public schools
In district
#420 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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W. R. Thomas Middle School
Middle School in Miami · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W. R. Thomas Middle School
W. R. Thomas Middle School is a public middle school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE.
W. R. Thomas Middle School serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
W. R. Thomas Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,883 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for W. R. Thomas Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% 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
37% of students at W. R. Thomas 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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W. R. Thomas Middle School — Students at W. R. Thomas Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
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
↓ 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: 4.5/10.
How W. R. Thomas Middle School Compares
See how W. R. Thomas 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
13001 SW 26TH ST, Miami, FL 33175
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W. R. Thomas Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WESLEY MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREENGLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ZORA NEALE HURSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| GREENGLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| JOE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL CORP Miami | 0.7 mi | — |
| WESLEY MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| GLADEVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| VILLAGE GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HAPPY MEMORIES LEARNING CENTER 2 Miami | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| HIGHPOINT ACADEMY Miami | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| JUST KIDS CENTERS Miami | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| MOTHER OF CHRIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Miami | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| CONCHITA ESPINOSA ACADEMY Miami | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| BELEN JESUIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL, INC. Miami | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| THE ADVENT SCHOOL ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER Miami | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ROYAL GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ROSEMONT ACADEMY Miami | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| PINECREST PREPARATORY ACADEMY Miami | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW HORIZONS PRIVATE SCHOOL Miami | 1.6 mi | — |
| NEW HORIZONS PRIVATE SCHOOL Miami | 1.6 mi | — |
| CHILDRENS CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER AT FIU Miami | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33175 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,711
Median Home Value
$456,600
Median Rent
$1,943/mo
Population
49,611
College Educated
30.6%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
49.6
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| FRANKLIN MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 4.9 |
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| RICHMOND HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 4.9 |
| CREWS LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL. Spring Hill, FL | 5.0 |
| DAN MCCARTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce, FL | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W. R. Thomas Middle School
What grades does W. R. Thomas Middle School serve?
W. R. Thomas Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend W. R. Thomas Middle School?
W. R. Thomas Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W. R. Thomas Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at W. R. Thomas Middle School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W. R. Thomas Middle School rank in FL?
W. R. Thomas Middle School ranks #2,883 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is W. R. Thomas Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
W. R. Thomas 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 W. R. Thomas Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W. R. Thomas Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is W. R. Thomas Middle School a charter school?
No, W. R. Thomas Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W. R. Thomas Middle School a Title I school?
No, W. R. Thomas Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W. R. Thomas Middle School?
60.3% of students at W. R. Thomas 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (305) 995-3800
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #420 of 497
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