Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jesse J. McCrary Jr. Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School 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 Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#3262 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
40%
38%
Black
59%
21%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is ranked #3262 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School?
382 students attend Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School offer ?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School part of?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School located?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is located in the Little Haiti neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Little Haiti.
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