Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poinciana Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Poinciana Park Elementary School is located in the northeast part of Miami, FL, serving an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poinciana Park Elementary School's student population of 169 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Poinciana Park Elementary School 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 Poinciana Park Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1583 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poinciana Park Elementary School's ranking?
Poinciana Park Elementary School is ranked #1583 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Poinciana Park Elementary School often compared to?
Poinciana Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kensington Park Elementary School, Alpha Charter Of Excellence, Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Poinciana Park Elementary School?
169 students attend Poinciana Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Poinciana Park Elementary School students are Black, and 27% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poinciana Park Elementary School?
Poinciana Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Poinciana Park Elementary School offer ?
Poinciana Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poinciana Park Elementary School part of?
Poinciana Park Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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