Serving 346 students in grades 6-8, Somerset Academy Key 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 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 346 students
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somerset Academy Key Middle School's student population of 346 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Somerset Academy Key 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 Somerset Academy Key Middle School is 0.65, 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
#2889 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
36%
21%
White
17%
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
50%
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 Key Middle School's ranking?
Somerset Academy Key Middle School is ranked #2889 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Academy Key Middle School?
346 students attend Somerset Academy Key Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Somerset Academy Key Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Somerset Academy Key Middle School offer ?
Somerset Academy Key Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Somerset Academy Key Middle School part of?
Somerset Academy Key Middle School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Somerset Academy Key Middle School located?
Somerset Academy Key Middle School is located in the Brickell neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Brickell.
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