For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,076 students in 33156, FL (there are 16 private schools, serving 4,998 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 33156, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33156, FL are Pinecrest Elementary School, Palmetto Elementary School and Vineland K-8 Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33156 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33156, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33156, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pinecrest Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10250 Sw 57th Ave
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 667-5579
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 667-5579
Grades: PK-5
| 968 students
Rank: #22.
Palmetto Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12401 Sw 74th Ave
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-4306
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-4306
Grades: PK-5
| 639 students
Rank: #33.
Vineland K-8 Center
(Math: 76% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8455 Sw 119th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-7931
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-7931
Grades: PK-8
| 686 students
Rank: #44.
Palmetto Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7351 Sw 128th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-3911
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 238-3911
Grades: 6-8
| 727 students
Rank: #55.
Howard Drive Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7750 Sw 136th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 235-1412
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 235-1412
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Rank: #66.
Kenwood K-8 Center
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9300 Sw 79th Ave
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 271-5061
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 271-5061
Grades: PK-8
| 782 students
Rank: #77.
Miami Palmetto Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7431 Sw 120th Street
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 235-1360
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 235-1360
Grades: 9-12
| 2,672 students
Rank: n/an/a
Somerset Academy Continental
Charter School
8100 Sw 104th Street
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 860-3730
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 860-3730
Grades: K-5
| 43 students
Rank: n/an/a
True North Classical Academy At Pinecrest
Charter School
7500 Sw 120th Street
Miami, FL 33156
(786) 840-9333
Miami, FL 33156
(786) 840-9333
Grades: K-8
| 223 students
33156, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7460 Sw 118th St
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 235-1360
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 235-1360
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33156, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33156, FL include Pinecrest Elementary School, Palmetto Elementary School and Vineland K-8 Center.
How many public schools are located in 33156?
9 public schools are located in 33156.
What percentage of students in 33156 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 33156 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33156?
33156 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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