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Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School

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Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School ranks 638 th of 2240 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades PK, KG-5

638^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 2,240 Florida Elementary Schools

Better than 72% of Florida elementary schools

Summary

Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami Gardens, FL, serving 336 students from Pre-K through 5th grade, and it has achieved a remarkable turnaround from a low-performing school to a solidly above-average performer within the Miami-Dade district.

The most striking feature of Skyway Elementary is its exceptional performance in the 5th grade. In the most recent school year, 83% of 5th graders were proficient in English Language Arts (ELA) and 81% were proficient in Math—scores that dramatically outpace both the district and state averages. This "5th grade spike" is unique among nearby schools; for example, while Miami Gardens Elementary School shows strong math scores, its ELA proficiency actually drops from 3rd to 5th grade. Skyway, in contrast, boosts both subjects significantly by 5th grade, indicating a highly effective upper-grade program. The school has also shown consistent improvement over the past decade, rising from the 8th percentile statewide to the 72nd percentile, a trajectory not matched by nearby schools like Charles David Wyche Junior Elementary School or North County K-8 Center, which continue to struggle.

Skyway’s success is particularly noteworthy given that it serves a predominantly low-income population, with nearly 68% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch. Its chronic absenteeism rate is also lower than the state average and several nearby schools, including Lake Stevens Elementary School and Brentwood Elementary School, suggesting strong family engagement. Furthermore, the school achieves these results with a per-student spending of $14,578, which is moderate compared to some peers. This combination of high performance, efficient resource use, and a clear upward trend makes Skyway a standout choice for parents seeking a school that delivers balanced, strong academic growth through the elementary years.

336

Students ?

17.6

Student/teacher ratio ?

$14,578

Per pupil spending ?

67.9%

Free/discounted lunch ?

4555 NW 206th Ter
Miami Gardens, FL 33055

(305) 621-5838

District: Miami-Dade

Students who attend Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School usually attend:

High:

Miami Carol City Senior High

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

52.4%

African American:

47.0%

White:

0.6%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 8th percentile in 2016 → 72nd in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Florida average (71% vs 62% meeting standards)

✓Ranking is trending up — up 64 percentile points since 2016

✓Above the Florida median (72nd percentile)

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school71%

District avg66%

Florida avg62%

638^th of 2,240

Florida public elementary schools ?

Top 28%▲ up 64 pts since 2016

From bottom 8% (2016) to top 28% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

98^th of 281Elementary Schools in the Miami-Dade

20^th of 70Miami-Dade among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	69.7	638 of 2240	71.5%	★★★★☆
2025	61.3	851 of 2258	62.3%	★★★☆☆
2024	56.4	937 of 2256	58.5%	★★★☆☆
2023	60.3	829 of 2240	63.0%	★★★☆☆
2022	61.1	815 of 2219	63.3%	★★★☆☆
2021	39.3	1331 of 2247	40.8%	★★☆☆☆
2019	30.3	1590 of 2182	27.1%	★☆☆☆☆
2018	35.4	1408 of 2118	33.5%	★★☆☆☆
2017	33.2	1412 of 2112	33.1%	★★☆☆☆
2016	12.4	1922 of 2087	7.9%	☆☆☆☆☆
2014	32.5	1453 of 2064	29.6%	★☆☆☆☆
2013	25.6	1603 of 2029	21.0%	★☆☆☆☆
2012	16.0	1748 of 1984	11.9%	★☆☆☆☆
2011	20.4	1690 of 1985	14.9%	★☆☆☆☆
2010	39.4	1247 of 1919	35.0%	★★☆☆☆
2009	30.9	1380 of 1847	25.3%	★☆☆☆☆
2008	24.2	1433 of 1789	19.9%	★☆☆☆☆
2007	68.7	568 of 1786	68.2%	★★★☆☆
2006	57.9	728 of 1688	56.9%	★★★☆☆

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Math78%+14 vs state

English Language Arts67%+6 vs state

Science60%~ state avg

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)						FAST Math (2026)						Statewide Science Science (2026)		EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Biology 1 (2026)	EOC Civics (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 3rd Grade	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST Math 3rd Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	4555 NW 206th Ter	Miami Gardens	33055	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 621-5838	336	19	17.6	67.9%	2 (0.6%)	158 (47.0%)	176 (52.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	69.7	638^th of 2240 public elementary schools	71.5%		61.3	851^st of 2258 public elementary schools	62.3%	213	61.0	59.0	83.0				82.0	71.0	81.0				60.0					$14,578	$1,444	$13,134
Miami Gardens Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	4444 NW 195th St	Miami Gardens	33055	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 625-5321	264	14	18.8	64.8%	7 (2.7%)	83 (31.4%)	174 (65.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	63.1	810^th of 2240 public elementary schools	63.8%		55.5	980^th of 2258 public elementary schools	56.6%	170	46.0	74.0	55.0				65.0	88.0	86.0				67.0					$13,963	$1,289	$12,674
Charles David Wyche Junior Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	5241 NW 195th Dr	Miami Gardens	33055	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 628-5776	568	39	14.5	68.1%	7 (1.2%)	55 (9.7%)	498 (87.7%)	7 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	29.8	1668^th of 2240 public elementary schools	25.5%		26.6	1735^th of 2258 public elementary schools	23.2%	67	41.0	49.0	41.0				76.0	58.0	48.0				42.0					$16,330	$1,697	$14,633
Barbara Hawkins Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	19010 NW 37th Ave	Miami Gardens	33056	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 624-2615	227	13	17.4	70.9%	4 (1.8%)	191 (84.1%)	32 (14.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	36.3	1492^nd of 2240 public elementary schools	33.4%		28.9	1676^th of 2258 public elementary schools	25.8%	184	62.0	47.0	50.0				65.0	43.0	58.0				49.0					$14,594	$1,823	$12,772
North County K-8 Center	Public	PK, KG-8	3250 NW 207th St	Miami Gardens	33056	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 624-9648	319	19	16.7	71.8%	7 (2.2%)	256 (80.3%)	54 (16.9%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	19.7	1933^rd of 2240 public elementary schools	13.7%		23.8	1804^th of 2258 public elementary schools	20.1%	129	35.0	43.0	38.0	42.0	63.0	47.0	61.0	45.0	56.0	34.0	50.0	70.0	42.0	44.0	100.0	100.0	100.0	$14,655	$2,026	$12,629
Bridge Prep Academy Of Miami Gardens	Public, Charter	K-8	3490 NW 191st St	Miami Gardens	33056	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(786) 772-7402	115	0		12.2%	2 (1.7%)	58 (50.4%)	53 (46.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)	15	2041^st of 2240 public elementary schools	8.9%					(n/a)	26.0	41.0	62.0	47.0			30.0	27.0	38.0	47.0			46.0					$16,423	$1,505	$14,918
Lake Stevens Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	5101 NW 183rd St	Miami Gardens	33055	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 625-6536	255	16	15.9	58.0%	3 (1.2%)	114 (44.7%)	138 (54.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	56	984^th of 2240 public elementary schools	56.1%		52.9	1046^th of 2258 public elementary schools	53.7%	62	64.0	66.0	41.0				69.0	82.0	63.0				44.0					$17,030	$1,560	$15,470
Sea Castle Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	9600 Miramar Blvd	Miramar	33025	Broward County	Broward	No	No	No	Yes	(754) 323-7250	878	48	18.2	50.8%	13 (1.5%)	592 (67.4%)	207 (23.6%)	55 (6.3%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	9 (1.0%)	49.7	1147^th of 2240 public elementary schools	48.8%		58.9	906^th of 2258 public elementary schools	59.9%	241	54.0	60.0	58.0				62.0	71.0	70.0				47.0					$12,538	$2,087	$10,450
Brentwood Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3101 NW 191st St	Miami Gardens	33056	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 624-2657	330	22	15.0	71.8%	5 (1.5%)	271 (82.1%)	53 (16.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	44	1294^th of 2240 public elementary schools	42.2%		31.8	1597^th of 2258 public elementary schools	29.3%	303	57.0	45.0	56.0				59.0	61.0	71.0				54.0					$17,381	$1,641	$15,740
North Glade Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	5000 NW 177th St	Miami Gardens	33055	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 624-3608	216	14	15.4	63.4%	6 (2.8%)	28 (13.0%)	181 (83.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	45.1	1263^rd of 2240 public elementary schools	43.6%		34.6	1514^th of 2258 public elementary schools	32.9%	251	46.0	66.0	54.0				58.0	71.0	50.0				62.0					$15,203	$1,410	$13,793

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School

How many students attend Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 336 students attended Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School.

What schools do graduates of Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School usually go on to attend:

High : Miami Carol City Senior High

What is the racial makeup of Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School?

Students at Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School are 52% Hispanic, 47% African American.

Is Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School a good school?

Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School ranks 638^th of 2240 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What district is Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School in?

Miami-Dade

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2024–25 attendance dataNewAug 18, 2026

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