Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wesley Matthews Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wesley Matthews Elementary School's student population of 522 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Wesley Matthews Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wesley Matthews Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#928 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
98%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
1%
35%
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
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wesley Matthews Elementary School's ranking?
Wesley Matthews Elementary School is ranked #928 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wesley Matthews Elementary School often compared to?
Wesley Matthews Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Wesley Matthews Elementary School?
522 students attend Wesley Matthews Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Wesley Matthews Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wesley Matthews Elementary School?
Wesley Matthews Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wesley Matthews Elementary School offer ?
Wesley Matthews Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wesley Matthews Elementary School part of?
Wesley Matthews Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Wesley Matthews Elementary School located?
Wesley Matthews Elementary School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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