Best Schools in Cutler Bay, Florida
16 schools · 10 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High
Choosing a school in Cutler Bay?
Use this page to compare every school in Cutler Bay by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Cutler Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Miami-Dade. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School
Elementary · Miami-Dade. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bel-Aire Elementary School
Elementary · Miami-Dade. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cutler Bay for 2026 are Cutler Ridge Elementary School (8.9/10), Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School (8.7/10), and Bel-Aire Elementary School (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
16
10 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$421,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
16
10 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$421,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.9/10 despite 68% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Cutler Bay schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Cutler Bay
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 rated schools; 16 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cutler Ridge Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Bel-Aire Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Cutler Bay Middle | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Coral Reef Montessori Academy Charter School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Cutler Bay Senior High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Mater Academy Bay High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Mater Academy Bay Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Mater Academy Bay Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Gulfstream Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $72,920
- Median home value
- $421,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cutler Bay compares
Florida rank
#85 of 286
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$73k
97% of Florida median
Schools in this city
14
Miami-Dade runs Cutler Bay's public schools
10 public schools. Miami-Dade is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Cutler Bay is a Miami-Dade school (10 of 10).
Among 10 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.9 to 8.9 — the spread is inside Cutler Bay, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Cutler Bay, Florida
Cutler Bay's public school system spans 10 ranked schools with an average score of 6.5 out of 10. The distribution skews toward the top: four of those 10 schools, or 40 percent, score 7.0 or higher. For parents comparing options across a city, that ratio matters — Cutler Bay's high performers form a genuine cluster, not a lone outlier lifting an otherwise flat average.
Mater Academy Bay Elementary leads the city at 7.6 out of 10, the highest score among Cutler Bay's ranked schools. Three other elementary programs score close behind: Gulfstream Elementary at 7.3, Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary at 7.1, and Coral Reef Montessori Academy Charter School at 6.8. The Montessori charter adds a distinct instructional model alongside traditional public options, broadening the range for families with elementary-age children. With four elementary options between 6.8 and 7.6, the competition at this grade band is notably tight.
The middle school tier holds its own. Mater Academy Bay Middle School scores 7.3 — well above the 6.5 city average and on par with Cutler Bay's second-ranked elementary school. For families planning a multi-year path through the city's public schools, that consistency across grade levels removes a common concern: performance dropping sharply at the elementary-to-middle transition.
For parents comparing schools, the practical takeaway is depth at the top end. Four schools at 7.0 or higher means genuine choices across grade levels, not one strong campus carrying the city's overall numbers. The elementary tier is the deepest, with three schools scoring 7.1 or above. Families focused on the middle school years have one clear leader in Mater Academy Bay Middle School, which outperforms the city average by nearly a full point.
Elementary Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 404 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 | ||
| 2 | 696 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 | ||
| 3 | 330 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 4 | 510 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.2 | ||
| 5 | 966 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 | ||
| 6 | 618 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 | ||
Private Schools4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 388 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 62 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 26 students · Pre-K–1st | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | 25 students · Pre-K–1st | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 973 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 487 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 576 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 360 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Rise Preparatory AcademyPrivate 198 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Career Prep Academy of SouthPrivate 63 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Cutler Bay
Cutler Bay, Florida · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$72,920
Median Home Value
$421,300
Median Rent
$1,580/mo
Population
126,275
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Community Profile
Cutler Bay has a median household income of $72,920. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $421,300, with a median rent of $1,580/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.4%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 4
Resources
School District
Other Major Cities in Florida
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Cutler Bay, Florida
How many schools are in Cutler Bay, Florida?
Cutler Bay has 16 schools, including 10 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cutler Bay, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cutler Bay is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Cutler Bay, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Cutler Bay on MySchoolScout is Cutler Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cutler Bay, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cutler Bay on MySchoolScout is Cutler Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Cutler Bay, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Cutler Bay on MySchoolScout is Cutler Bay Middle with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Cutler Bay, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Cutler Bay on MySchoolScout is Cutler Bay Senior High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Cutler Bay, Florida?
Cutler Bay is served by 1 school district: Miami-Dade.
What is the education level in Cutler Bay, Florida?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Cutler Bay have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cutler Bay, Florida?
The median household income in Cutler Bay is approximately $72,920 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Cutler Bay, Florida?
Yes, Cutler Bay has 6 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Our Lady of the Holy Rosary-St Richard School with a score of 6.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cutler Bay, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cutler Bay is 71.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cutler Bay, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.