Best Schools in Miami Gardens, Florida
40 schools · 25 Elementary · 3 Middle · 3 High · 9 Other
Choosing a school in Miami Gardens?
Use this page to compare every school in Miami Gardens 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.
Bunche Park Elementary School
Elementary · Miami-Dade. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School
Elementary · Miami-Dade. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Brentwood 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 Miami Gardens for 2026 are Bunche Park Elementary School (8.8/10), Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School (8.7/10), and Brentwood Elementary School (8.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 21 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
40
22 public · 18 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$343,420
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
40
22 public · 18 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$343,420
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.7/10 despite 72% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.3 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 Miami Gardens schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Miami Gardens
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 21 rated schools; 40 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bunche Park Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Brentwood Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 4 | North Glade Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Lake Stevens Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Myrtle Grove K-8 Center | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Charles David Wyche JR Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Miami Carol City Senior High | 7.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Excelsior Prep Charter School of Miami Gardens | 7.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Miami Gardens Elementary School | 6.8 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $59,876
- Median home value
- $343,420
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 57%
32% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Miami Gardens compares
Florida rank
#234 of 286
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$60k
80% of Florida median
Schools in this city
31
Miami-Dade runs Miami Gardens's public schools
22 public schools. Miami-Dade is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Miami Gardens is a Miami-Dade school (22 of 22).
Among 21 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.7 to 8.8 — the spread is inside Miami Gardens, not a citywide average.
3 of the 22 public schools are charters (14%), so the district split is not the whole market.
About Schools in Miami Gardens, Florida
Miami Gardens is a city of 21 ranked public schools, with an average score of 6.0 out of 10 — a useful baseline for parents calibrating expectations before they dig deeper. The range matters: 6 of those 21 schools (29%) score 7 or above, meaning a meaningful tier of high performers sits above the city average. The other 71% cluster below that threshold, so school selection within Miami Gardens carries real weight.
The standout is North Dade Center for Modern Languages, an elementary school scoring 9.5 out of 10 — the highest score in the city by a full point. It's the clear top choice for families who can access it. Crestview Elementary (8.5) and Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary (8.0) round out the top tier, giving parents three genuinely strong elementary options. Bunche Park Elementary (7.6) and Miami Gardens Elementary (7.3) add two more schools above the 7-point mark, all at the elementary level.
One pattern stands out: every top-five school in Miami Gardens is an elementary school. Parents with children approaching middle or high school age should factor that transition into their planning. The concentration of high-scoring schools at the elementary level means the upper-grade landscape warrants more research, including cross-district options or magnet programs available through Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
For parents entering the Miami Gardens school search, the practical starting point is that 29% figure. Fewer than one in three schools scores 7 or better, which means location alone won't guarantee a high-performing placement. Families should verify attendance boundaries early, confirm whether North Dade Center for Modern Languages requires an application or lottery, and cross-reference individual school scores against district-wide alternatives. The data here reflects ranked public schools — private and charter options outside this list may expand the picture further.
Elementary Schools
25 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 259 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 293 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 393 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
| 4 | 220 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 5 | 248 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 6 | 255 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.7 |
| 7 | 569 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 8 | 424 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.1 |
| 9 | 261 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 |
| 10 | 320 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
Show all 25 elementary schools in Miami Gardens
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 395 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 378 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
| 3 | 467 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 807 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 | ||
| 2 | 432 students · 9th–12th | 2.7 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 846 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 60 students · Pre-K–12th | 3.9 | ||
Private Schools8 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | A Perfect Place 4 KidzPrivate 52 students · 1st–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 50 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Tru Prep AcademyPrivate 198 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | 165 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | 162 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 6 | Ace Academy NorthPrivate 24 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 7 | Christ Children AcademyPrivate 11 students · Kindergarten–10th | Not Rated | ||
| 8 | 20 students · UG–UG | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Miami Gardens
Miami Gardens, Florida · 40 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes
Median Income
$59,876
Median Home Value
$343,420
Median Rent
$1,577/mo
Population
188,759
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Community Profile
Miami Gardens has a median household income of $59,876. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $343,420, with a median rent of $1,577/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 25
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 3
- Other
- 9
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 Miami Gardens, Florida
How many schools are in Miami Gardens, Florida?
Miami Gardens has 40 schools, including 22 public and 18 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Miami Gardens, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Miami Gardens is 5.8 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 Miami Gardens, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Miami Gardens on MySchoolScout is Bunche Park Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Miami Gardens, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Miami Gardens on MySchoolScout is Bunche Park Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Miami Gardens, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Miami Gardens on MySchoolScout is North Dade Middle School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Miami Gardens, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Miami Gardens on MySchoolScout is Miami Carol City Senior High with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Miami Gardens, Florida?
Miami Gardens is served by 1 school district: Miami-Dade.
What is the education level in Miami Gardens, Florida?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Miami Gardens have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Miami Gardens, Florida?
The median household income in Miami Gardens is approximately $59,876 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Miami Gardens, Florida?
Yes, Miami Gardens has 18 private schools alongside 22 public schools. The top-rated private school is Monsignor Edward Pace High School with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Miami Gardens, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Miami Gardens is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Miami Gardens, 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.