Serving 549 students in grades 6-8, Ruben Dario 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 99% 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: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruben Dario Middle School's student population of 549 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ruben Dario 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 Ruben Dario Middle School is 0.04, 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
#2432 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
37%
Black
1%
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
59%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruben Dario Middle School's ranking?
Ruben Dario Middle School is ranked #2432 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ruben Dario Middle School often compared to?
Ruben Dario Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doral Academy Charter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ruben Dario Middle School?
549 students attend Ruben Dario Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ruben Dario Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruben Dario Middle School?
Ruben Dario Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ruben Dario Middle School offer ?
Ruben Dario Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ruben Dario Middle School part of?
Ruben Dario Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
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