Serving 780 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ada Merritt K-8 Center ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ada Merritt K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ada Merritt K-8 Center's student population of 780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
780 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ada Merritt K-8 Center ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ada Merritt K-8 Center is 0.39, 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
#50 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
75%
38%
Black
n/a
21%
White
23%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Ada Merritt K-8 Center's ranking?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center is ranked #50 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ada Merritt K-8 Center often compared to?
Ada Merritt K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Southside Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ada Merritt K-8 Center?
780 students attend Ada Merritt K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Ada Merritt K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ada Merritt K-8 Center?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ada Merritt K-8 Center offer ?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ada Merritt K-8 Center part of?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Ada Merritt K-8 Center located?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center is located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 19 other public schools located in Little Havana.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Even though the class work is difficult, The children are there to learn and Ada Merrit's teachers are very good at teaching. Ada Merrit also has an amazing Spanish program. .
5 10/10/2025
Ada Merritt is a wonderful school. They have the best of the best teachers and staff in Miami-Dade County.
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