For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,358 students in 33009, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33009, FL are Gulfstream Academy Of Hallandale Beach and Lanier-james Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33009 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33009, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33009, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gulfstream Academy Of Hallandale Beach
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 S W 3rd St
Hallandale, FL 33009
(754) 323-5950
Hallandale, FL 33009
(754) 323-5950
Gr: K-8 | 1,227 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Lanier-james Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1050 Nw 7th Ct
Hallandale, FL 33009
(754) 321-7350
Hallandale, FL 33009
(754) 321-7350
Gr: 1-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33009, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33009, FL include Gulfstream Academy Of Hallandale Beach and Lanier-james Education Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 33009?
2 public middle schools are located in 33009.
What is the racial composition of students in 33009?
33009 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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