Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sylvania Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvania Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sylvania Heights Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sylvania Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sylvania Heights Elementary School 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
#1109 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
97%
36%
Black
n/a
21%
White
3%
36%
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
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvania Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Sylvania Heights Elementary School is ranked #1109 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sylvania Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Sylvania Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Gables Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sylvania Heights Elementary School?
452 students attend Sylvania Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sylvania Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sylvania Heights Elementary School?
Sylvania Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sylvania Heights Elementary School offer ?
Sylvania Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sylvania Heights Elementary School part of?
Sylvania Heights Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2019
We love this school- our son has been here since kindergarten and is now entering 4th grade. Cambridge program is tough, but the teachers try hard and are engaging with students and parents alike.
3 6/30/2018
The best School in Area.
5 6/30/2018
The best school...the best teachers.
5 2/25/2017
I was at Sylvania Heights for 6 years and y expirence was GREAT!
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