Serving 1,312 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Allapattah Flats K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allapattah Flats K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Allapattah Flats K-8's student population of 1,312 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Allapattah Flats K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allapattah Flats K-8 is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1975 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
32%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allapattah Flats K-8's ranking?
Allapattah Flats K-8 is ranked #1975 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Allapattah Flats K-8 often compared to?
Allapattah Flats K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Bayshore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Allapattah Flats K-8?
1,312 students attend Allapattah Flats K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Allapattah Flats K-8 students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allapattah Flats K-8?
Allapattah Flats K-8 has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Allapattah Flats K-8 offer ?
Allapattah Flats K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allapattah Flats K-8 part of?
Allapattah Flats K-8 is part of St. Lucie School District.
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