Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Morningside K-8 Academy ranks in the top 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 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Morningside K-8 Academy serves the northeast part of Miami, Florida, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morningside K-8 Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Morningside K-8 Academy's student population of 406 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morningside K-8 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 Morningside K-8 Academy is 0.55, 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
#1684 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
38%
Black
53%
21%
White
3%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside K-8 Academy's ranking?
Morningside K-8 Academy is ranked #1684 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Morningside K-8 Academy often compared to?
Morningside K-8 Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School, Horace Mann Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Morningside K-8 Academy?
406 students attend Morningside K-8 Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Morningside K-8 Academy students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morningside K-8 Academy?
Morningside K-8 Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morningside K-8 Academy offer ?
Morningside K-8 Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morningside K-8 Academy part of?
Morningside K-8 Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Morningside K-8 Academy located?
Morningside K-8 Academy is located in the Upper East Side neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper East Side.
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