Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles David Wyche Jr 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles David Wyche Jr. Elementary School serves the northeast part of Opa Locka, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles David Wyche Jr 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 Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#2170 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
88%
38%
Black
10%
21%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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 Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School is ranked #2170 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School?
568 students attend Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School?
Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School offer ?
Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School part of?
Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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