For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,446 students in 33055, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 22 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 33055, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33055, FL are Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School, Lake Stevens Elementary School and Miami Gardens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33055 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33055, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33055, FL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4555 Nw 206th Ter
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 621-5838
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 621-5838
Grades: PK-5
| 217 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Stevens Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5101 Nw 183rd St
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 625-6536
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 625-6536
Grades: PK-5
| 251 students
Rank: #33.
Miami Gardens Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4444 Nw 195th St
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 625-5321
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 625-5321
Grades: PK-5
| 252 students
Rank: #44.
Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5241 Nw 195th Dr
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 628-5776
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 628-5776
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Rank: #55.
North Glade Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Nw 177th St
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 624-3608
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 624-3608
Grades: PK-5
| 193 students
Rank: #66.
Carol City Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4375 Nw 173rd Dr
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 621-0509
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 621-0509
Grades: PK-5
| 276 students
Rank: #77.
Lake Stevens Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18484 Nw 48th Pl
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 620-1294
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 620-1294
Grades: 6-8
| 427 students
Rank: #88.
Carol City Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3737 Nw 188th St
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 624-2652
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 624-2652
Grades: 6-8
| 453 students
Rank: #99.
Acceleration Academies-central Miami
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4719 Nw 183rd St
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(786) 629-1447
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(786) 629-1447
Grades: 8-12
| 413 students
Rank: #1010.
North Gardens High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4692f Nw 183rd St
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(786) 528-6308
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(786) 528-6308
Grades: 9-12
| 462 students
33055, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Icare - North (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
20660 Nw 47th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 636-6147
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 636-6147
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Sandor Wiener School Of Opportunity (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
20000 Nw 47th Ave 7
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 623-9631
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 623-9631
Grades: PK-8
| 28 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33055, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33055, FL include Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School, Lake Stevens Elementary School and Miami Gardens Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33055?
10 public schools are located in 33055.
What percentage of students in 33055 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 33055 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33055?
33055 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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