Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students to explore global learning opportunities to promote and enrich their communities.
School Rankings
Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead is 0.21, 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
#595 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
89%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead's ranking?
Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead is ranked #595 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead?
551 students attend Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead?
Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead offer ?
Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead part of?
Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (south Homestead is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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