Serving 1,031 students in grades 6-8, Cutler Bay Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,031 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cutler Bay Middle School's student population of 1,031 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,031 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cutler Bay Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cutler Bay Middle School is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2831 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
64%
37%
Black
30%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cutler Bay Middle School's ranking?
Cutler Bay Middle School is ranked #2831 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cutler Bay Middle School?
1,031 students attend Cutler Bay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Cutler Bay Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cutler Bay Middle School?
Cutler Bay Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cutler Bay Middle School offer ?
Cutler Bay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cutler Bay Middle School part of?
Cutler Bay Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
4 9/20/2018
The new 3000 building is an amazing place to learn!
5 6/30/2018
This school is great fun and awesome learning environment
2 8/21/2014
It is difficult for me to understand why this school has tattered and sun bleached flags hanging on its flagpole. This is the first day of school. If you want your students to have pride in their school and themselves, I recommend you demonstrate the same pride.
Buy new flags immediately!
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