Serving 755 students in grades 6-8, Ponce De Leon Middle School 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 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponce De Leon Middle School's student population of 755 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponce De Leon Middle School 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 Ponce De Leon Middle School is 0.25, 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
#1643 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
86%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
6%
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
52%
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 Ponce De Leon Middle School's ranking?
Ponce De Leon Middle School is ranked #1643 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ponce De Leon Middle School often compared to?
Ponce De Leon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Carver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ponce De Leon Middle School?
755 students attend Ponce De Leon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ponce De Leon Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ponce De Leon Middle School?
Ponce De Leon Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ponce De Leon Middle School offer ?
Ponce De Leon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponce De Leon Middle School part of?
Ponce De Leon Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Ponce De Leon Middle School located?
Ponce De Leon Middle School is located in the Riviera neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Riviera.
School Reviews
5 1/6/2015
I love this school, one of my best school ever.
5 6/3/2014
this school is great. its also very large. i give it 5 stars out of 5.
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