Serving 787 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy's student population of 787 students has grown by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 93% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy is 0.30, 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
#2443 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
38%
Black
82%
21%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy is ranked #2443 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Carrie P. Meek/westview K-8 Center, North Dade Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy?
787 students attend Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy?
Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy part of?
Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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