Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Biscayne Beach 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Biscayne Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami Beach, Florida, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Biscayne Beach Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Biscayne Beach 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 Biscayne Beach Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#1936 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
86%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
9%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biscayne Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Biscayne Beach Elementary School is ranked #1936 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Biscayne Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Biscayne Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mater Academy (Miami Beach) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Biscayne Beach Elementary School?
525 students attend Biscayne Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Biscayne Beach Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Biscayne Beach Elementary School?
Biscayne Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Biscayne Beach Elementary School offer ?
Biscayne Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Biscayne Beach Elementary School part of?
Biscayne Beach Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Biscayne Beach Elementary School located?
Biscayne Beach Elementary School is located in the North Beach neighborhood of Miami Beach, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in North Beach.
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