Serving 495 students in grades 6-8, Hammocks Middle School 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammocks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hammocks Middle School's student population of 495 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hammocks Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammocks Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1757 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
92%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
3%
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
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammocks Middle School's ranking?
Hammocks Middle School is ranked #1757 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hammocks Middle School often compared to?
Hammocks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jorge Mas Canosa Middle School, Arvida Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hammocks Middle School?
495 students attend Hammocks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hammocks Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammocks Middle School?
Hammocks Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hammocks Middle School offer ?
Hammocks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hammocks Middle School part of?
Hammocks Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Hammocks Middle School located?
Hammocks Middle School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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Date
Last Day of School
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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