Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School's student population of 490 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#846 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
58%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 South Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School is ranked #846 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School often compared to?
Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Beach Elementary School, Miami Beach Feinberg/fisher K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School?
490 students attend Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School?
Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School offer ?
Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School part of?
Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School located?
Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School is located in the South Beach neighborhood of Miami Beach, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in South Beach.
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