Serving 840 students in grades 6-8, Highland Oaks 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Oaks Middle School's student population of 840 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Oaks 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 Highland Oaks Middle School is 0.64, 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
#2053 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
49%
37%
Black
30%
21%
White
18%
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
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Highland Oaks Middle School's ranking?
Highland Oaks Middle School is ranked #2053 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Highland Oaks Middle School often compared to?
Highland Oaks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aventura Waterways K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Highland Oaks Middle School?
840 students attend Highland Oaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Highland Oaks Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Oaks Middle School?
Highland Oaks Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Oaks Middle School offer ?
Highland Oaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Oaks Middle School part of?
Highland Oaks Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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