Serving 868 students in grades 6-8, Jose De Diego 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 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jose De Diego Middle School's student population of 868 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jose De Diego 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 Jose De Diego Middle School is 0.51, 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
#3481 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
56%
37%
Black
43%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose De Diego Middle School's ranking?
Jose De Diego Middle School is ranked #3481 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jose De Diego Middle School often compared to?
Jose De Diego Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Young Men's Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jose De Diego Middle School?
868 students attend Jose De Diego Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Jose De Diego Middle School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose De Diego Middle School?
Jose De Diego Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jose De Diego Middle School offer ?
Jose De Diego Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jose De Diego Middle School part of?
Jose De Diego Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Jose De Diego Middle School located?
Jose De Diego Middle School is located in the Wynwood Art District neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Wynwood Art District.
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