Serving 154 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Myrtle Grove 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myrtle Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Myrtle Grove Elementary School's student population of 154 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Myrtle Grove 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 Myrtle Grove Elementary School 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
#3325 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
73%
21%
White
1%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Myrtle Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Myrtle Grove Elementary School is ranked #3325 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Myrtle Grove Elementary School?
154 students attend Myrtle Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Myrtle Grove Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Myrtle Grove Elementary School?
Myrtle Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Myrtle Grove Elementary School offer ?
Myrtle Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Myrtle Grove Elementary School part of?
Myrtle Grove Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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