Serving 1,029 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Devon Aire K-8 Center 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 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,029 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Devon Aire K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Devon Aire K-8 Center's student population of 1,029 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,029 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Devon Aire K-8 Center ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devon Aire K-8 Center is 0.27, 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
#695 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
85%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
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 Devon Aire K-8 Center's ranking?
Devon Aire K-8 Center is ranked #695 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Devon Aire K-8 Center often compared to?
Devon Aire K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Leewood K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Devon Aire K-8 Center?
1,029 students attend Devon Aire K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Devon Aire K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Devon Aire K-8 Center?
Devon Aire K-8 Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Devon Aire K-8 Center offer ?
Devon Aire K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Devon Aire K-8 Center part of?
Devon Aire K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Devon Aire K-8 Center located?
Devon Aire K-8 Center is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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