Serving 884 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Key Biscayne K-8 Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Key Biscayne K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Key Biscayne K-8 Center's student population of 884 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
884 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Key Biscayne K-8 Center ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Key Biscayne K-8 Center is 0.30, 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
#369 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
82%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
16%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Key Biscayne K-8 Center's ranking?
Key Biscayne K-8 Center is ranked #369 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Key Biscayne K-8 Center often compared to?
Key Biscayne K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Ada Merritt K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Key Biscayne K-8 Center?
884 students attend Key Biscayne K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Key Biscayne K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Key Biscayne K-8 Center?
Key Biscayne K-8 Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Key Biscayne K-8 Center offer ?
Key Biscayne K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Key Biscayne K-8 Center part of?
Key Biscayne K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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