For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,929 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33157, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
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 | 1,084 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
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 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
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: K-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 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 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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 | 973 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 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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