Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Miami K-8 Center 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Miami K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Miami K-8 Center's student population of 508 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Miami K-8 Center 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 South Miami K-8 Center 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
#808 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
76%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 K-8 Center's ranking?
South Miami K-8 Center is ranked #808 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Miami K-8 Center often compared to?
South Miami K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like South Miami Middle School, Ludlam Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Miami K-8 Center?
508 students attend South Miami K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of South Miami K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Miami K-8 Center?
South Miami K-8 Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Miami K-8 Center offer ?
South Miami K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Miami K-8 Center part of?
South Miami K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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