Serving 835 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ojus Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: OJUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families residing within this attendance zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ojus Elementary School's student population of 835 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
835 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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School Rankings
Ojus Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ojus Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1044 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
71%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ojus Elementary School's ranking?
Ojus Elementary School is ranked #1044 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ojus Elementary School often compared to?
Ojus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aventura Waterways K-8 Center, Aventura City Of Excellence School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ojus Elementary School?
835 students attend Ojus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ojus Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ojus Elementary School?
Ojus Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ojus Elementary School offer ?
Ojus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ojus Elementary School part of?
Ojus Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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