International Studies Charter Middle School

Summary:

International Studies Charter Middle School is a public charter middle school in Miami, Florida, serving 315 students in grades 6-8 with a diverse student population.

This school consistently outperforms the Miami-Dade and Florida state averages in standardized test scores, with 86% proficiency in EOC/Algebra 1 compared to 61% for Miami-Dade and 55% for Florida. The school also maintains a high statewide ranking, placing in the top 5-10% of Florida middle schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Additionally, International Studies Charter Middle School has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate and a moderate percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, which is lower than some nearby schools like Jose De Diego Middle School and Brownsville Middle School.

The consistent academic excellence, diverse student population, and efficient resource allocation at International Studies Charter Middle School make it a standout institution in the Miami-Dade area. The school's strong performance across various subject areas and its ability to outperform the district and state averages suggest effective teaching practices and a robust curriculum that supports student learning. This high-performing charter school offers a unique learning environment for families in the region.

Detail:

Public, Charter 6-8

2480 SW 8th St
Miami, FL 33135

(305) 643-2955

District: Miami-Dade

SchoolDigger Rank:
73^rd of 1,196 Florida Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,267

Student/teacher ratio: 31.7

Number of students: 317

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

71.6%

White:

24.0%

African American:

3.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 59.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details International Studies Charter Middle School ranks better than 93.9% of middle schools in Florida. It also ranks 10^th among 76 ranked middle schools in the Miami-Dade School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 90.9. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (71.6%), White (24%), African American (3.5%). (See more...)

Compare Details 59.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at International Studies Charter Middle School is 31.7. 64 middle schools in the Miami-Dade School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)

Compare International Studies Charter Middle School employs 10 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at International Studies Charter Middle School is $9,267. 54 middle schools in the Miami-Dade School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger Rankings:

International Studies Charter Middle School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks International Studies Charter Middle School 73^rd of 1196 Florida public middle schools. (See International Studies Charter Middle School in the ranking list.)

Miami-Dade:

SchoolDigger ranks Miami-Dade 24^th of 68 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for International Studies Charter Middle School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	FL State Percentile
2011	64.39	328^th	891	63.2%
2012	64.54	315^th	897	64.9%
2013	80.75	158^th	956	83.5%
2014	90.03	68^th	999	93.2%
2016	94.43	33^rd	997	96.7%
2017	95.55	23^rd	1031	97.8%
2018	92.69	59^th	1035	94.3%
2019	95.15	34^th	1099	96.9%
2021	92.06	64^th	1136	94.4%
2022	90.73	72^nd	1148	93.7%
2023	92.72	56^th	1177	95.2%
2024	90.90	73^rd	1196	93.9%

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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Florida Department of Education

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Enrollment information for International Studies Charter Middle School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2010	11	3	0	108	n/a	n/a	122
2011	19	3	0	162	0	0	184
2012	38	4	1	173	0	0	216
2013	50	2	5	196	0	0	253
2014	80	6	4	204	0	0	294
2015	75	5	5	212	0	1	298
2016	76	5	5	224	0	1	311
2017	69	3	2	237	0	2	313
2018	62	5	5	237	0	3	312
2019	66	4	5	242	0	3	320
2020	57	3	7	251	0	1	319
2021	55	4	5	256	0	3	323
2022	62	2	7	248	0	3	322
2023	72	2	4	235	0	2	315
2024	76	11	0	227	0	3	317

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at International Studies Charter Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2010	122	4.0	30.5	68.9
2011	184	7.0	26.2	72.8
2012	216	9.0	24.0	63.4
2013	253	13.0	19.4	66
2014	294	n/a	n/a	63.3
2015	298	13.0	22.9	62.4
2016	311	5.0	62.2	60.8
2017	313	18.0	17.3	96.2
2018	312	n/a	n/a	76
2019	320	n/a	n/a	59.4
2020	319	15.0	21.2	49.2
2021	323	19.0	17.0	57.9
2022	322	15.0	21.4	62.4
2023	315	13.0	24.2	60.3
2024	317	10.0	31.7	59.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio International Studies Charter Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2010	122	4.0	30.5	68.9
2011	184	7.0	26.2	72.8
2012	216	9.0	24.0	63.4
2013	253	13.0	19.4	66
2014	294	n/a	n/a	63.3
2015	298	13.0	22.9	62.4
2016	311	5.0	62.2	60.8
2017	313	18.0	17.3	96.2
2018	312	n/a	n/a	76
2019	320	n/a	n/a	59.4
2020	319	15.0	21.2	49.2
2021	323	19.0	17.0	57.9
2022	322	15.0	21.4	62.4
2023	315	13.0	24.2	60.3
2024	317	10.0	31.7	59.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for International Studies Charter Middle School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018	$00 (0.0%)	$7,313 (100.0%)	$7,313
2019	$181 (2.4%)	$7,503 (97.6%)	$7,684
2020	$27 (0.4%)	$7,303 (99.6%)	$7,329
2021	$598 (8.2%)	$6,671 (91.8%)	$7,269
2022	$609 (9.1%)	$6,106 (90.9%)	$6,715
2023	$1,441 (15.5%)	$7,826 (84.5%)	$9,267

Data source: Florida Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on International Studies Charter Middle School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 34^th of 1099 Middle schools	Ranks 56^th of 1177 Middle schools	1.7%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (International Studies Charter Middle School)	84	79	5%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Miami-Dade)	58	55	3%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	54	52	2%
6th Grade Mathematics (International Studies Charter Middle School)	84	77	7%
6th Grade Mathematics (Miami-Dade)	58	51	7%
6th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	55	49	6%
7th Grade English Language Arts (International Studies Charter Middle School)	84	84
7th Grade English Language Arts (Miami-Dade)	56	53	3%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	52	48	4%
7th Grade Mathematics (International Studies Charter Middle School)	85	95	10%
7th Grade Mathematics (Miami-Dade)	53	48	5%
7th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	54	46	8%
8th Grade English Language Arts (International Studies Charter Middle School)	97	83	14%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Miami-Dade)	60	54	6%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	56	49	7%
8th Grade Mathematics (International Studies Charter Middle School)	99	88	11%
8th Grade Mathematics (Miami-Dade)	40	39	1%
8th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	46	42	4%
8th Grade Science (International Studies Charter Middle School)	85	73	12%
8th Grade Science (Miami-Dade)	43	40	3%
8th Grade Science (Florida)	48	44	4%
End of Course Civics (International Studies Charter Middle School)	90	92	2%
End of Course Civics (Miami-Dade)	73	68	5%
End of Course Civics (Florida)	71	66	5%
End of Course Algebra 1 (International Studies Charter Middle School)	99	80	19%
End of Course Algebra 1 (Miami-Dade)	63	57	6%
End of Course Algebra 1 (Florida)	62	54	8%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	320	315	1.6%
African American	4	2	50%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	5	4	20%
Hispanic	242	235	2.9%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	66	72	9.1%
Two or More Races	3	2	33.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	59.4%	60.3%	0.9%

Schools Near International Studies Charter Middle School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				FAST English Language Arts (2024)			FAST Math (2024)			Statewide Science Science (2024)	EOC Algebra 1 (2024)	EOC Geometry (2024)	EOC Biology 1 (2024)	EOC Civics (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
International Studies Charter Middle School	Public, Charter	6-8	2480 SW 8th St	Miami	33135	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	No	No	No	(305) 643-2955	317	10	31.7	59.3%	76 (24.0%)	11 (3.5%)	227 (71.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.9%)	90.9	73^rd of 1196 public middle schools	93.9%		92.7	56^th of 1177 public middle schools	95.2%	17	84.0	85.0	82.0	85.0	71.0	92.0	62.0	86.0	100.0	95.0	91.0	$9,267	$1,441	$7,826
Shenandoah Middle School	Public, Magnet	6-8	1950 SW 19th St	Miami	33145	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	Yes	No	Yes	(305) 856-8282	1,239	53	23.3	66.0%	14 (1.1%)	144 (11.6%)	1,078 (87.0%)	2 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	35.3	789^th of 1196 public middle schools	34.0%		32.7	805^th of 1177 public middle schools	31.6%	16	54.0	49.0	44.0	45.0	25.0	39.0	27.0	60.0	85.0	100.0	59.0	$9,203	$1,654	$7,548
Sports Leadership And Management Charter School Middle School	Public, Charter	6-8	604 NW 12 Ave	Miami	33136	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	No	No	Yes	(305) 326-0003	937	28	33.4	90.8%	8 (0.9%)	103 (11.0%)	824 (87.9%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	47.1	627^th of 1196 public middle schools	47.6%		41.6	681^st of 1177 public middle schools	42.1%	54	47.0	48.0	45.0	44.0	58.0	59.0	43.0	55.0	90.0	95.0	62.0	$10,524	$2,040	$8,485
Kinloch Park Middle School	Public	6-8	4340 NW 3rd St	Miami	33126	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 445-5467	770	33	23.3	58.4%	1 (0.1%)	2 (0.3%)	765 (99.4%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	13.1	1077^th of 1196 public middle schools	9.9%		19.9	980^th of 1177 public middle schools	16.7%	97	28.0	22.0	27.0	33.0	22.0	28.0	19.0	58.0	83.0	86.0	38.0	$10,676	$2,168	$8,507
Mater Brickell Academy Middle	Public, Charter	6-8	230 SW 17 Rd	Miami	33129	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(305) 600-1328	431	0	15.9	61.0%	59 (13.7%)	15 (3.5%)	352 (81.7%)	4 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	83.7	154^th of 1196 public middle schools	87.1%					(n/a)	70.0	71.0	71.0	76.0	70.0	85.0	61.0	100.0		95.0	87.0	$18,440	$3,624	$14,816
George Washington Carver Middle School	Public, Magnet	6-8	4901 Lincoln Dr	Coral Gables	33133	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	Yes	No	No	(305) 444-7388	970	48	20.2	16.9%	258 (26.6%)	34 (3.5%)	634 (65.4%)	29 (3.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (1.5%)	96.5	15^th of 1196 public middle schools	98.7%		96.3	22^nd of 1177 public middle schools	98.1%	7	94.0	94.0	92.0	95.0		87.0	81.0	96.0	99.0	100.0	98.0	$11,075	$1,335	$9,740
Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy Middle School	Public, Charter	6-8	8851 NW 170th Street	Miami	33143	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(305) 512-3991	255	6	42.5	67.1%	8 (3.1%)	3 (1.2%)	242 (94.9%)	2 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	65.1	386^th of 1196 public middle schools	67.7%					(n/a)	56.0	73.0	51.0	56.0	54.0	74.0	35.0	92.0			87.0	$6,988	$3,145	$3,843
Mater International Preparatory	Public, Charter	6-9	795 NW 32nd St	Miami	33127	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	No	No	Yes	(305) 634-0445	169	8	21.1	84.0%	1 (0.6%)	7 (4.1%)	160 (94.7%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	57.1	485^th of 1196 public middle schools	59.4%		56.6	475^th of 1177 public middle schools	59.6%	10	63.0	55.0	59.0	53.0	57.0	50.0	35.0	57.0		78.0	68.0	$8,150	$649	$7,502
Jose De Diego Middle School	Public	6-8	3100 NW 5th Ave	Miami	33127	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 573-7229	757	40	18.9	63.3%	8 (1.1%)	307 (40.6%)	439 (58.0%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.3%)	10.8	1102^nd of 1196 public middle schools	7.9%		9.1	1093^rd of 1177 public middle schools	7.1%	9	15.0	20.0	20.0	14.0	28.0	25.0	23.0	59.0		100.0	34.0	$10,679	$2,421	$8,257
Brownsville Middle School	Public	6-8	4899 NW 24th Ave	Miami	33142	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 633-1481	450	21	21.4	64.0%	6 (1.3%)	230 (51.1%)	214 (47.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	13.4	1073^rd of 1196 public middle schools	10.3%		11	1073^rd of 1177 public middle schools	8.8%		27.0	28.0	28.0	18.0	19.0	35.0	15.0	49.0		83.0	65.0	$12,336	$3,662	$8,674

Frequently Asked Questions about International Studies Charter Middle School

What district is International Studies Charter Middle School in?

Miami-Dade

What is the racial makeup of International Studies Charter Middle School?

Students at International Studies Charter Middle School are 72% Hispanic, 24% White, 3% African American.

Is International Studies Charter Middle School a good school?

Yes. International Studies Charter Middle School ranks in the top 6.1% of Florida middle schools.

How many students attend International Studies Charter Middle School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 317 students attended International Studies Charter Middle School.

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