Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Claude Pepper Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Claude Pepper Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.7 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claude Pepper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Claude Pepper Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Claude Pepper 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 Claude Pepper Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#662 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
91%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claude Pepper Elementary School's ranking?
Claude Pepper Elementary School is ranked #662 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Claude Pepper Elementary School often compared to?
Claude Pepper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calusa Elementary School, Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy, Oliver Hoover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Claude Pepper Elementary School?
417 students attend Claude Pepper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Claude Pepper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% 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 Claude Pepper Elementary School?
Claude Pepper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Claude Pepper Elementary School offer ?
Claude Pepper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claude Pepper Elementary School part of?
Claude Pepper Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Claude Pepper Elementary School located?
Claude Pepper 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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