Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Leewood K-8 Center 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 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 84% 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: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leewood K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Leewood K-8 Center's student population of 506 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
If you believe…You can ‘A’chieve.
School Rankings
Leewood K-8 Center 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 Leewood K-8 Center is 0.40, 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
#528 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
76%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
16%
34%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leewood K-8 Center's ranking?
Leewood K-8 Center is ranked #528 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Leewood K-8 Center often compared to?
Leewood K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Devon Aire K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Leewood K-8 Center?
506 students attend Leewood K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Leewood K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leewood K-8 Center?
Leewood K-8 Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leewood K-8 Center offer ?
Leewood K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leewood K-8 Center part of?
Leewood K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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