Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cypress K-8 Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to 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-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cypress K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cypress K-8 Center's student population of 399 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cypress K-8 Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cypress K-8 Center 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
#1203 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
37%
Black
1%
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
60%
47%
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 Cypress K-8 Center's ranking?
Cypress K-8 Center is ranked #1203 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cypress K-8 Center?
399 students attend Cypress K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Cypress K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cypress K-8 Center?
Cypress K-8 Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cypress K-8 Center offer ?
Cypress K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Cypress K-8 Center part of?
Cypress K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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