Serving 995 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Charter School At Waterstone ranks in the top 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 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 995 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Charter School At Waterstone's student population of 995 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 96% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
995 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Charter School At Waterstone 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 The Charter School At Waterstone is 0.29, 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
#1622 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
84%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
5%
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
60%
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 The Charter School At Waterstone's ranking?
The Charter School At Waterstone is ranked #1622 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend The Charter School At Waterstone?
995 students attend The Charter School At Waterstone.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of The Charter School At Waterstone students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Charter School At Waterstone?
The Charter School At Waterstone has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Charter School At Waterstone offer ?
The Charter School At Waterstone offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is The Charter School At Waterstone part of?
The Charter School At Waterstone is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
4 8/12/2019
I think my school is good there is a big problem. We Don't Have Nurses?! But education is good.
2 11/4/2007
This school is all about parents involvement while the administration requires you to volunteer a certain number of hours. Good luck finding a solution to a problem. Teachers are great. Administration has no idea what they are doing. Safety is a BIG issue. Health the department of health should really look into the school. What is this school getting funding from the board of education and others I have yet to find an answer.
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