Serving 842 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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-8
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8's student population of 842 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
842 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 is 0.26, 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
#2850 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
86%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8's ranking?
Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 is ranked #2850 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 often compared to?
Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School, North Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8?
842 students attend Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8?
Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 offer ?
Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 part of?
Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 located?
Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 is located in the South Beach neighborhood of Miami Beach, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in South Beach.
School Reviews
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