Serving 642 students in grades 6-8, Norland 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Norland Middle School's student population of 642 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norland 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 Norland Middle School is 0.20, 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
#2883 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
89%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
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
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norland Middle School's ranking?
Norland Middle School is ranked #2883 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Norland Middle School often compared to?
Norland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andover Middle School, Miami Carol City Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Norland Middle School?
642 students attend Norland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Norland Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norland Middle School?
Norland Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norland Middle School offer ?
Norland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Norland Middle School part of?
Norland Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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