Florida City Elementary School

364 Nw 6th Ave
Homestead, FL 33034
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florida City 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 600 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Florida City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Florida City Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Florida City 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 Florida City Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2659 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40%
52%
39%
52%
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
43%
37%
Black
54%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Florida City Elementary School's ranking?
Florida City Elementary School is ranked #2659 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Florida City Elementary School?
600 students attend Florida City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Florida City Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florida City Elementary School?
Florida City Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florida City Elementary School offer ?
Florida City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florida City Elementary School part of?
Florida City Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 600 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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