Serving 14 students in grades 6-12, Amikids Miami-dade South ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amikids Miami-dade South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Amikids Miami-dade South's student population of 14 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Amikids Miami-dade South is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
64%
37%
Black
36%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Amikids Miami-dade South often compared to?
Amikids Miami-dade Southis often viewed alongside schools like Key Biscayne K-8 Center, Mast Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amikids Miami-dade South?
The graduation rate of Amikids Miami-dade South is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Amikids Miami-dade South?
14 students attend Amikids Miami-dade South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Amikids Miami-dade South students are Hispanic, and 36% of students are Black.
What grades does Amikids Miami-dade South offer ?
Amikids Miami-dade South offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Amikids Miami-dade South part of?
Amikids Miami-dade South is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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