For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,425 students in 33138, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33138, FL are Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School, Miami Shores Elementary School and Morningside K-8 Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33138 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33138, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33138, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
840 Ne 87th St
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 756-3800
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 756-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 446 students
Rank: #22.
Miami Shores Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10351 Ne 5th Ave
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 758-5525
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 758-5525
Grades: PK-5
| 576 students
Rank: #33.
Morningside K-8 Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6620 Ne 5th Ave
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 758-6741
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 758-6741
Grades: PK-8
| 403 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 33138, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33138, FL include Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School, Miami Shores Elementary School and Morningside K-8 Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33138?
3 public elementary schools are located in 33138.
What is the racial composition of students in 33138?
33138 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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