Serving 821 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ethel Koger Beckham Elementary serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center's student population of 821 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
821 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center is 0.02, 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
#131 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center's ranking?
Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center is ranked #131 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center?
821 students attend Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center?
Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center offer ?
Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center part of?
Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center located?
Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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