Serving 379 students in grades 6-8, Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead)'s student population of 379 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead) ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead) is 0.27, 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
#1522 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
85%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
5%
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
76%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead)'s ranking?
Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead) is ranked #1522 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead)?
379 students attend Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead) students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead)?
Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead) has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead) offer ?
Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead) offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead) part of?
Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead) is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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