Serving 342 students in grades 6-8, Horace Mann 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horace Mann Middle School's student population of 342 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Horace Mann Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horace Mann Middle School is 0.50, 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
#2908 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
37%
38%
Black
61%
21%
White
2%
34%
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%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Miami-Dade School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horace Mann Middle School's ranking?
Horace Mann Middle School is ranked #2908 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Horace Mann Middle School often compared to?
Horace Mann Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside K-8 Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Horace Mann Middle School?
342 students attend Horace Mann Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Horace Mann Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Mann Middle School?
Horace Mann Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horace Mann Middle School offer ?
Horace Mann Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horace Mann Middle School part of?
Horace Mann Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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