Excellent
#230 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 6% in state
Ada Merritt K-8 Center
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
660 SW 3RD ST, Miami, FL 33130
Enrollment
770
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
770
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#230 of 3,778
In Miami
#31 of 280
public schools
In district
#55 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ada Merritt K-8 Center
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About Ada Merritt K-8 Center
Ada Merritt K-8 Center is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Ada Merritt K-8 Center serves approximately 770 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ada Merritt K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #230 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ada Merritt K-8 Center show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Ada Merritt K-8 Center — Students at Ada Merritt K-8 Center score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 40 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Ada Merritt K-8 Center Compares
See how Ada Merritt K-8 Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
660 SW 3RD ST, Miami, FL 33130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ada Merritt K-8 Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATER ACADEMY KIWANIS (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LINCOLN-MARTI CHARTER SCHOOL (LITTLE HAVANA CAMPUS) (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MATER PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,933
Median Home Value
$479,800
Median Rent
$1,656/mo
Population
32,363
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
14.9%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
37.4
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| DR. TONI BILBAO PREPARATORY ACADEMY Doral, FL | 8.9 |
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| HUNTER'S GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ada Merritt K-8 Center
What grades does Ada Merritt K-8 Center serve?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ada Merritt K-8 Center?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center has an enrollment of approximately 770 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ada Merritt K-8 Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Ada Merritt K-8 Center is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ada Merritt K-8 Center rank in FL?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center ranks #230 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ada Merritt K-8 Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Ada Merritt K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ada Merritt K-8 Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ada Merritt K-8 Center has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ada Merritt K-8 Center a charter school?
No, Ada Merritt K-8 Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ada Merritt K-8 Center a Title I school?
No, Ada Merritt K-8 Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ada Merritt K-8 Center?
22.7% of students at Ada Merritt K-8 Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 770
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.2%
- Phone
- (305) 326-0791
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #55 of 497
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