Serving 661 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy's student population of 661 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy is 0.12, 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
#885 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
94%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
4%
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
27%
49%
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 Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy is ranked #885 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center, Dr. Rolando Espinosa K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% 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 Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy?
661 students attend Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy?
Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy offer ?
Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy part of?
Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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