Serving 483 students in grades 6-8, Paul W. Bell 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 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul W. Bell Middle School's student population of 483 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paul W. Bell 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 Paul W. Bell Middle School is 0.04, 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
#2309 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
1%
34%
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
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul W. Bell Middle School's ranking?
Paul W. Bell Middle School is ranked #2309 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Paul W. Bell Middle School often compared to?
Paul W. Bell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W. R. Thomas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Paul W. Bell Middle School?
483 students attend Paul W. Bell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Paul W. Bell Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul W. Bell Middle School?
Paul W. Bell Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paul W. Bell Middle School offer ?
Paul W. Bell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul W. Bell Middle School part of?
Paul W. Bell Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul W. Bell Middle School located?
Paul W. Bell Middle School is located in the Flagami neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Flagami.
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