Serving 804 students in grades 6-8, Lamar Louise Curry Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 804 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamar Louise Curry Middle School's student population of 804 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lamar Louise Curry Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar Louise Curry Middle School is 0.12, 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
#947 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
94%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
2%
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
46%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar Louise Curry Middle School's ranking?
Lamar Louise Curry Middle School is ranked #947 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lamar Louise Curry Middle School often compared to?
Lamar Louise Curry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lamar Louise Curry Middle School?
804 students attend Lamar Louise Curry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lamar Louise Curry Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lamar Louise Curry Middle School?
Lamar Louise Curry Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lamar Louise Curry Middle School offer ?
Lamar Louise Curry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lamar Louise Curry Middle School part of?
Lamar Louise Curry Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Lamar Louise Curry Middle School located?
Lamar Louise Curry 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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