Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florida City Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florida City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Florida City Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Yellow, White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Florida City Elementary School 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 Florida City Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#2659 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
38%
Black
51%
21%
White
1%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
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 Florida City Elementary School's ranking?
Florida City Elementary School is ranked #2659 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Florida City Elementary School?
535 students attend Florida City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Florida City Elementary School students are Black, 47% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florida City Elementary School?
Florida City Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florida City Elementary School offer ?
Florida City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florida City Elementary School part of?
Florida City Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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