Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School's student population of 293 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1082 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
47%
37%
Black
52%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School is ranked #1082 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School?
293 students attend Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School students are Black, 47% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School?
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School part of?
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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