Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bent Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bent Tree Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Miami, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.4 square miles with typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone is about 1.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bent Tree Elementary School 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
Bent Tree Elementary School's student population of 430 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bent Tree Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bent Tree Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#390 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
95%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bent Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Bent Tree Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bent Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Bent Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royal Green Elementary School, Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bent Tree Elementary School?
430 students attend Bent Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bent Tree Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bent Tree Elementary School?
Bent Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bent Tree Elementary School offer ?
Bent Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bent Tree Elementary School part of?
Bent Tree Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Bent Tree Elementary School located?
Bent Tree Elementary School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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