Serving 733 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pinecrest Academy (South Campus)'s student population of 733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) is 0.10, 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
#139 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
95%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinecrest Academy (South Campus)'s ranking?
Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) is ranked #139 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) often compared to?
Pinecrest Academy (South Campus)is often viewed alongside schools like Dante B. Fascell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Academy (South Campus)?
733 students attend Pinecrest Academy (South Campus).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinecrest Academy (South Campus)?
Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) offer ?
Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) part of?
Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) located?
Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
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