Serving 1,729 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 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 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Norman S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles Beach K-8 is located in the northeast part of North Miami Beach, covering approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.3 miles and the furthest point being 3.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8's student population of 1,729 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,729 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
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Year Founded
2008
School Rankings
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 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 Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is 0.49, 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
#586 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
31%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
65%
34%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8's ranking?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is ranked #586 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 often compared to?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Aventura City Of Excellence School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8?
1,729 students attend Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 offer ?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 part of?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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