Serving 964 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joella C. Good Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joella C. Good Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Joella C. Good Elementary School's student population of 964 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
964 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Joella C. Good Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joella C. Good Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#695 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
83%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
2%
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
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joella C. Good Elementary School's ranking?
Joella C. Good Elementary School is ranked #695 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Joella C. Good Elementary School often compared to?
Joella C. Good Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanish Lake Elementary School, Palm Springs North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Joella C. Good Elementary School?
964 students attend Joella C. Good Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Joella C. Good Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joella C. Good Elementary School?
Joella C. Good Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joella C. Good Elementary School offer ?
Joella C. Good Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joella C. Good Elementary School part of?
Joella C. Good Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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Date
Last Day of School
June 04, 2026 (Thursday)
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