Serving 726 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center's student population of 726 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Red and Navy Blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
12 acres
School Motto
The development of our students’ social and academic achievements in order to succeed in a multicultural diverse community.
School Rankings
Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center 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 Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center is 0.28, 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
#2047 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Hispanic
84%
38%
Black
13%
21%
White
3%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center's ranking?
Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center is ranked #2047 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center often compared to?
Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Coconut Palm K-8 Academy, Caribbean K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center?
726 students attend Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center?
Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center offer ?
Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center part of?
Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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