For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,571 students in 33055, FL.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 33055 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33055, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33055, FL Public Elementary 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
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 elementary schools in 33055, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33055, FL include Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School, Lake Stevens Elementary School and Miami Gardens Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33055?
8 public elementary schools are located in 33055.
What is the racial composition of students in 33055?
33055 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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