Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School

14901 Sw 42nd St
Miami, FL 33185
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Top 20%
Serving 528 students in grades 6-8, Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 528 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 20% in FL
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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School Overview

Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
528 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings

Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School is 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#715 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
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68%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
67%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
50-54%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
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American Indian
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
96%
37%
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Black
1%
21%
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White
2%
35%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
n/a
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.08
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School's ranking?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School is ranked #715 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School often compared to?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard D. Mcmillan Middle School, Lamar Louise Curry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School?
528 students attend Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School offer ?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School part of?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School located?
Pinecrest Academy Charter 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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 528 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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