Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Miami Heights 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% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Miami Heights Elementary School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Miami Heights 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 South Miami Heights Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#1561 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
84%
38%
Black
13%
21%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Miami Heights Elementary School's ranking?
South Miami Heights Elementary School is ranked #1561 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Miami Heights Elementary School often compared to?
South Miami Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miami Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Miami Heights Elementary School?
436 students attend South Miami Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Miami Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Miami Heights Elementary School?
South Miami Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Miami Heights Elementary School offer ?
South Miami Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Miami Heights Elementary School part of?
South Miami Heights Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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