Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wesley Matthews Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (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 14:1 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wesley Matthews Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone are typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wesley Matthews Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wesley Matthews Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wesley Matthews Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 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
#625 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wesley Matthews Elementary School's ranking?
Wesley Matthews Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
76% 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?
490 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 14:1, 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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