Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School is 0.08, 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
#715 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
96%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
2%
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
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School's ranking?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School is ranked #715 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School often compared to?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard D. Mcmillan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School?
490 students attend Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School offer ?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School part of?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School located?
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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