Serving 812 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy's student population of 812 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
812 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are One.
School Rankings
Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2664 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
78%
21%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy's ranking?
Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy is ranked #2664 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy often compared to?
Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center, Gratigny Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy?
812 students attend Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy?
Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy offer ?
Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy part of?
Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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