Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Banyan Elementary School 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banyan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Banyan Elementary School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
344 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Banyan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banyan Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#419 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
98%
37%

Black
n/a
21%

White
1%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%

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 Banyan Elementary School's ranking?
Banyan Elementary School is ranked #419 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Banyan Elementary School often compared to?
Banyan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, David Fairchild Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Banyan Elementary School?
344 students attend Banyan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Banyan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banyan Elementary School?
Banyan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Banyan Elementary School offer ?
Banyan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Banyan Elementary School part of?
Banyan Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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