Serving 1,083 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,083 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madie Ives Community Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 1.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy's student population of 1,083 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,083 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for all
School Rankings
Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy is 0.41, 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
#1360 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy is ranked #1360 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Greynolds Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy?
1,083 students attend Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy?
Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy offer ?
Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy part of?
Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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