Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School 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 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#3257 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
36%
Black
71%
21%
White
1%
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
87%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is ranked #3257 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School?
415 students attend Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School offer ?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School part of?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School located?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is located in the Little Haiti neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Little Haiti.
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