For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,919 students in 33181, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33181, FL are Natural Bridge Elementary School, David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center and Colegiate Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33181 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33181, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33181, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Natural Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1650 Ne 141st St
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 891-8649
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 891-8649
Grades: PK-5
| 362 students
Rank: #22.
David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15000 Bay Vista Blvd
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 354-2600
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 354-2600
Grades: PK-8
| 1,276 students
Rank: #33.
Colegiate Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12900 Ne 17th Avenue
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Grades: 6-12
| 171 students
Rank: #44.
International Studies Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 Ne 127th Street
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Grades: 6-12
| 36 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School
Charter School
12900 Ne 17th Avenue
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Grades: K-5
| 691 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mater Academy Biscayne North Miami Beach Middle School
Charter School
12900 Ne 12th Avenue
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 305-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 305-8580
Grades: 6-8
| 383 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 33181, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33181, FL include Natural Bridge Elementary School, David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center and Colegiate Preparatory Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33181?
6 public elementary schools are located in 33181.
What is the racial composition of students in 33181?
33181 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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