Serving 781 students in grades 6-8, Citrus Grove 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 was 36% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 26% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#3241 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
95%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
1%
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
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citrus Grove Middle School's ranking?
Citrus Grove Middle School is ranked #3241 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Citrus Grove Middle School?
781 students attend Citrus Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Citrus Grove Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Citrus Grove Middle School?
Citrus Grove Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Citrus Grove Middle School offer ?
Citrus Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Citrus Grove Middle School part of?
Citrus Grove Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Citrus Grove Middle School located?
Citrus Grove Middle School is located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 19 other public schools located in Little Havana.
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