North Beach Elementary School

4100 Prairie Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33140
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 937 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 937 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Top 10% in FL
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

North Beach Elementary School's student population of 937 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
937 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
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School Rankings

North Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Beach Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#295 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
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77%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of North Beach Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
79%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Beach Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
75-79%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of North Beach Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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3%
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Hispanic
49%
37%
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Black
2%
21%
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White
46%
35%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.55
This chart displays the diversity score of North Beach Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Beach Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Beach Elementary School's ranking?
North Beach Elementary School is ranked #295 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Beach Elementary School often compared to?
North Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Beach Elementary School?
937 students attend North Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Beach Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Beach Elementary School?
North Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Beach Elementary School offer ?
North Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is North Beach Elementary School part of?
North Beach Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is North Beach Elementary School located?
North Beach Elementary School is located in the Nautilus neighborhood of Miami Beach, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Nautilus.

School Reviews

5   5/16/2016
I remember Mr. Greenhut and I remember many of my classmates, but they are not listed? attented in 63 and 64 by the name of toni rae baker, don't even see my name. Carolynn Hammer was my BF back then.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - tonit

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 937 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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