Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crestview Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Crestview Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami Gardens, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crestview Elementary School's student population of 264 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Change Makers: Transforming Today’s Students into Tomorrow’s Leaders.
School Rankings
Crestview Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crestview 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
#858 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
38%
Black
86%
21%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestview Elementary School's ranking?
Crestview Elementary School is ranked #858 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Crestview Elementary School often compared to?
Crestview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Educational Center, North Dade Center For Modern Languages 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crestview Elementary School?
264 students attend Crestview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Crestview Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestview Elementary School?
Crestview Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crestview Elementary School offer ?
Crestview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crestview Elementary School part of?
Crestview Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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