Serving 438 students in grades 6-8, Somerset Academy Charter Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 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: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Academy Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Somerset Academy Charter Middle School's student population of 438 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Somerset Academy Charter 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 Somerset Academy Charter Middle School is 0.10, 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
#750 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
95%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
2%
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
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Academy Charter Middle School's ranking?
Somerset Academy Charter Middle School is ranked #750 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Somerset Academy Charter Middle School often compared to?
Somerset Academy Charter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert A. Ammons 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 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Academy Charter Middle School?
438 students attend Somerset Academy Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Somerset Academy Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset Academy Charter Middle School?
Somerset Academy Charter Middle School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerset Academy Charter Middle School offer ?
Somerset Academy Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Somerset Academy Charter Middle School part of?
Somerset Academy Charter Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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