Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miami Gardens Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miami Gardens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Miami Gardens Elementary School's student population of 264 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miami Gardens Elementary School 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 Miami Gardens Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1507 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Hispanic
66%
38%
Black
31%
21%
White
3%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Miami Gardens Elementary School is ranked #1507 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Miami Gardens Elementary School?
264 students attend Miami Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Miami Gardens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miami Gardens Elementary School?
Miami Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Miami Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miami Gardens Elementary School part of?
Miami Gardens Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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