Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center, usually referred to as M.A. Milam K–8 Center, or Milam, is an elementary middle school or "K-8 center" in Hialeah, Florida. Established as an elementary school in 1961 to serve the West Hialeah area, the school was expanded to serve as a K-8 school in 1998.
Serving 1,075 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center's student population of 1,075 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,075 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Hunter green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center 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 Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center is 0.02, 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
#2068 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
99%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
n/a
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
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center's ranking?
Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center is ranked #2068 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center often compared to?
Marcus A. Milam K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Palm Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center?
1,075 students attend Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center?
Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center offer ?
Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center part of?
Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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