For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public preschools serving 3,180 students in Opa Locka, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in Opa Locka, FL are Lake Stevens Elementary School, Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School and Bunche Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Opa Locka, FL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Opa Locka have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Opa Locka, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Stevens Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5101 Nw 183rd St
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 625-6536
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 625-6536
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4555 Nw 206th Ter
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 621-5838
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 621-5838
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Bunche Park Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16001 Bunche Park Dr
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 621-1469
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 621-1469
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Miami Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4444 Nw 195th St
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 625-5321
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 625-5321
Gr: PK-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5241 Nw 195th Dr
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 628-5776
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 628-5776
Gr: PK-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Golden Glades Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16520 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 624-9641
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 624-9641
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Nathan B. Young Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14120 Nw 24th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-7204
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-7204
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #88.
North Glade Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Nw 177th St
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 624-3608
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 624-3608
Gr: PK-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Carol City Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4375 Nw 173rd Dr
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 621-0509
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 621-0509
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Rainbow Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15355 Nw 19th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 688-4631
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 688-4631
Gr: PK-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 Ahmad St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 688-4605
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 688-4605
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Opa Locka, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
A Child's Journey Charter School (Closed 2009)
Charter School
780 Fisherman St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 953-8401
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 953-8401
Gr: K-5 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
13400 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 353-6109
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 353-6109
Gr: K-5 | 317 students
Excel Academy Charter School North (Closed 2011)
Charter School
780 Fisherman St 2nd Floor
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-3332
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-3332
Gr: PK-5
13400 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-8190
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-8190
Gr: 6-8 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
13400 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-8190
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-8190
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Icare - North (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
20660 Nw 47th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 636-6147
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 636-6147
Gr: 6-12
Life Skills Center Opa Locka (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3400 Nw 135 St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-1415
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-1415
Gr: 9-12 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
Martin Luther King Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
13331 Alexandria Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 636-6147
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 636-6147
Gr: 6-9 | 88 students
North County Charter School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
3400 Nw 135th Street
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-9116
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-9116
Gr: K-5 | 249 students Minority enrollment: 99%
3400 Nw 135th Street
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-9116
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-9116
Gr: K-5 | 130 students Minority enrollment: 98%
940 Caliph St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 615-2977
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 615-2977
Gr: PK-5 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Sandor Wiener School Of Opportunity (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
20000 Nw 47th Ave 7
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 623-9631
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 623-9631
Gr: PK-8 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Vankara Academy Charter School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
13307 Alexandria Avenue
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 769-2827
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 769-2827
Gr: 6-8 | 114 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Opa Locka, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in Opa Locka, FL include Lake Stevens Elementary School, Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School and Bunche Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Opa Locka?
11 public preschools are located in Opa Locka.
What is the racial composition of students in Opa Locka?
Opa Locka public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Opa Locka are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Opa Locka include: Golden Glades Elementary School vs. Bunche Park Elementary School
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