Serving 770 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ada Merritt K-8 Center ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ada Merritt K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ada Merritt K-8 Center's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Ada Merritt K-8 Center ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ada Merritt K-8 Center is 0.41, 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
#50 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
24%
35%
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
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ada Merritt K-8 Center's ranking?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center is ranked #50 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ada Merritt K-8 Center often compared to?
Ada Merritt K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Southside Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ada Merritt K-8 Center?
770 students attend Ada Merritt K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ada Merritt K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ada Merritt K-8 Center?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ada Merritt K-8 Center offer ?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ada Merritt K-8 Center part of?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Ada Merritt K-8 Center located?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center is located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Little Havana.
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