Summary:
In zip code 33169, Miami, Florida, there are 8 schools serving grades from elementary through high school, all part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district, which is ranked 20th out of 70 districts in the state.
For parents seeking strong academic performance, Scott Lake Elementary School stands out as the highest-ranked school in the area, reaching the 60th percentile statewide and consistently outperforming district and state averages in math and reading. In contrast, Parkway Elementary School struggles, ranking in the 28th percentile with declining math scores. Norland Elementary School has shown remarkable improvement, jumping from the 14th to the 42nd percentile over three years. For advanced coursework, Norland Middle School is a hidden gem, with 94% of students proficient in Biology 1 and 84% in Geometry, far exceeding district averages. Miami Norland Senior High School boasts a strong 96.6% graduation rate, though it faces a high chronic absenteeism rate of 50.8%. Hibiscus Elementary School excels in attendance with the lowest chronic absenteeism at just 14.0%.
Key metrics reveal a diverse landscape. The average free/reduced lunch rate across traditional schools is 63.1%, indicating a predominantly low-income area. Spending per student varies widely, from $20,104 at Norwood Elementary School to $10,247 at Norland Middle School, yet higher spending does not guarantee better outcomes—Scott Lake outperforms Norwood despite spending less. The Miami-Dade Virtual High School Franchise presents a paradox: it has low absenteeism and poverty but mixed academic results, excelling in ELA while struggling in math. Overall, this area offers a mix of improving elementary schools, a standout middle school for advanced students, and a high school that successfully graduates students despite challenges.
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