For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,295 students in 33189, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 418 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 33189, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33189, FL are Cutler Bay Senior High School, Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School and Gulfstream Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33189 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33189, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33189, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cutler Bay Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8601 Sw 212th St
Miami, FL 33189
(305) 235-1581
Miami, FL 33189
(305) 235-1581
Gr: 9-12 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21545 Sw 87th Ave
Miami, FL 33189
(305) 234-4840
Miami, FL 33189
(305) 234-4840
Gr: PK-5 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Gulfstream Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20900 Sw 97th Ave
Miami, FL 33189
(305) 235-6811
Miami, FL 33189
(305) 235-6811
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Cutler Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20210 Coral Sea Rd
Miami, FL 33189
(305) 235-4611
Miami, FL 33189
(305) 235-4611
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33189, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33189, FL include Cutler Bay Senior High School, Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School and Gulfstream Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33189?
4 public schools are located in 33189.
What percentage of students in 33189 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 33189 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33189?
33189 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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