For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,823 students in 33157, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33157, FL are Coral Reef Elementary School, Southwood Middle School and Whispering Pines Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33157 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33157, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33157, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coral Reef Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7955 Sw 152nd St
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 235-1464
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 235-1464
Gr: PK-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Southwood Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16301 Sw 80th Ave
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 251-5361
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 251-5361
Gr: 6-8 | 1,063 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Whispering Pines Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18929 Sw 89th Rd
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 238-7382
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 238-7382
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8851 Sw 168th St
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 235-2442
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 235-2442
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Johnnie M Parris Colonial Drive Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10755 Sw 160th St
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 238-2392
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 238-2392
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Bel-aire Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10205 Sw 194th St
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 233-5401
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 233-5401
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Pine Lake Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16700 Sw 109th Ave
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 233-7018
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 233-7018
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Cutler Bay Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19400 Gulfstream Rd
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 235-4761
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 235-4761
Gr: 6-8 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Robert Russa Moton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18050 Homestead Ave
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 235-3612
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 235-3612
Gr: PK-5 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
33157, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10875 Quail Roost Dr
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 232-9797
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 232-9797
Gr: PK-8 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
16929 Sw 104th Ave
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 238-5194
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 238-5194
Gr: PK
Richmond Perrine Optimist (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
18055 Homestead Ave
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 694-4444
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 694-4444
Gr: 6-12 | 54 students
Romans Of Dade Charter School (Closed 2010)
Charter School
10921 Sw 186 St
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 995-1430
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 995-1430
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33157, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33157, FL include Coral Reef Elementary School, Southwood Middle School and Whispering Pines Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33157?
9 public elementary schools are located in 33157.
What is the racial composition of students in 33157?
33157 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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