For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,092 students in 33156, FL (there are 16 private schools, serving 4,112 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 33156, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33156, FL are Palmetto Elementary School, Pinecrest Elementary School and Vineland K-8 Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33156 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33156, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33156, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmetto Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12401 Sw 74th Ave
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-4306
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-4306
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Pinecrest Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10250 Sw 57th Ave
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 667-5579
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 667-5579
Gr: PK-5 | 1,001 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Vineland K-8 Center
(Math: 80% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8455 Sw 119th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-7931
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-7931
Gr: PK-8 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Howard Drive Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7750 Sw 136th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 235-1412
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 235-1412
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Palmetto Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7351 Sw 128th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-3911
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-3911
Gr: 6-8 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Kenwood K-8 Center
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9300 Sw 79th Ave
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 271-5061
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 271-5061
Gr: PK-8 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Miami Palmetto Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7431 Sw 120th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 235-1360
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 235-1360
Gr: 9-12 | 2,618 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Somerset Academy Continental
Charter School
8100 Sw 104th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 860-3730
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 860-3730
Gr: K-5 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
True North Classical Academy At Pinecrest
Charter School
7500 Sw 120th St
Miami, FL 33156
(786) 840-9333
Miami, FL 33156
(786) 840-9333
Gr: K-8 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33156, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33156, FL include Palmetto Elementary School, Pinecrest Elementary School and Vineland K-8 Center.
How many public schools are located in 33156?
9 public schools are located in 33156.
What percentage of students in 33156 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 33156 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33156?
33156 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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