Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whispering Pines 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 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Whispering Pines Elementary School serves the eastern part of Miami, FL, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whispering Pines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whispering Pines Elementary School's student population of 500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Working Efficiently Promoting Success Educating Young Minds
School Rankings
Whispering Pines 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 Whispering Pines Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#632 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whispering Pines Elementary School's ranking?
Whispering Pines Elementary School is ranked #632 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Whispering Pines Elementary School often compared to?
Whispering Pines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Reef Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Whispering Pines Elementary School?
500 students attend Whispering Pines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Whispering Pines Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whispering Pines Elementary School?
Whispering Pines Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whispering Pines Elementary School offer ?
Whispering Pines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whispering Pines Elementary School part of?
Whispering Pines Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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