Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pinecrest Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy's student population of 518 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Preparatory Academy is 0.06, 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
#321 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
97%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinecrest Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy is ranked #321 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinecrest Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Academir Charter School West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Preparatory Academy?
518 students attend Pinecrest Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pinecrest Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest Preparatory Academy?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Preparatory Academy offer ?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinecrest Preparatory Academy part of?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinecrest Preparatory Academy located?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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