Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dante B. Fascell 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dante B. Fascell Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dante B. Fascell 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
Dante B. Fascell Elementary School's student population of 403 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2022
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dante B. Fascell 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 Dante B. Fascell Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#501 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dante B. Fascell Elementary School's ranking?
Dante B. Fascell Elementary School is ranked #501 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dante B. Fascell Elementary School often compared to?
Dante B. Fascell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Academy (South Campus), Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dante B. Fascell Elementary School?
403 students attend Dante B. Fascell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Dante B. Fascell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dante B. Fascell Elementary School?
Dante B. Fascell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dante B. Fascell Elementary School offer ?
Dante B. Fascell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dante B. Fascell Elementary School part of?
Dante B. Fascell Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Dante B. Fascell Elementary School located?
Dante B. Fascell 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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