Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gulfstream Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 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-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulfstream Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Gulfstream Elementary School's student population of 603 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gulfstream Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulfstream Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#1119 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
70%
37%
Black
24%
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
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulfstream Elementary School's ranking?
Gulfstream Elementary School is ranked #1119 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gulfstream Elementary School often compared to?
Gulfstream Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cutler Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gulfstream Elementary School?
603 students attend Gulfstream Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gulfstream Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulfstream Elementary School?
Gulfstream Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gulfstream Elementary School offer ?
Gulfstream Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gulfstream Elementary School part of?
Gulfstream Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 8/2/2019
I went to the school 2015-2016 and maybe 2014 year with a couple of my other friends by the name of Manny Alvarez Nathan Alvarez Justin Alvarez, my cousins and best of all Edwin brings that no lives in California after leaving my 7th grade school year with his 2 other brothers that went to school with me Johan brings and Luis Ramirez but really I wish I could go back to that school middle school is different and they prepare u in this school u know I thought sorry for my language was bs when I was there but now this real life and I wish I could go back being in shoot outs here and there and bomb threats at my current school and football team / park it's crazy the world is crazy u know and to prepare your kid choose this school u wont regret it love u Mrs. Jaqutte And I don't actually know my dad he abandoned me. But wagwan and be crease ya hear and just peace I'm on my way to high school next year.
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