Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Somerset Palms Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Palms Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Somerset Palms Academy's student population of 324 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Somerset Palms Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Palms Academy 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
#233 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
96%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
2%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Palms Academy's ranking?
Somerset Palms Academy is ranked #233 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Palms Academy?
324 students attend Somerset Palms Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Somerset Palms Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset Palms Academy?
Somerset Palms Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerset Palms Academy offer ?
Somerset Palms Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Somerset Palms Academy part of?
Somerset Palms Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Somerset Palms Academy located?
Somerset Palms Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 48 other public schools located in West End.
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