Serving 912 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Everglades K-8 Center ranks in the top 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 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 912 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Everglades K-8 Center's student population of 912 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
912 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Everglades K-8 Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Everglades K-8 Center is 0.04, 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
#1283 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Hispanic
98%
38%
White
2%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everglades K-8 Center's ranking?
Everglades K-8 Center is ranked #1283 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Everglades K-8 Center often compared to?
Everglades K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like West Miami Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Everglades K-8 Center?
912 students attend Everglades K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Everglades K-8 Center students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Everglades K-8 Center?
Everglades K-8 Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Everglades K-8 Center offer ?
Everglades K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Everglades K-8 Center part of?
Everglades K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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