Very Good
#829 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 22% in state
Alpha Charter of Excellence
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
1217 SW FOURTH ST, Miami, FL 33135
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#829 of 3,778
In Miami
#94 of 280
public schools
In district
#156 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Alpha Charter of Excellence
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About Alpha Charter of Excellence
Alpha Charter of Excellence is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Alpha Charter of Excellence serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Alpha Charter of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #829 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Alpha Charter of Excellence show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Alpha Charter of Excellence sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Alpha Charter of Excellence is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Alpha Charter of Excellence — Students at Alpha Charter of Excellence score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Alpha Charter of Excellence Compares
See how Alpha Charter of Excellence 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
1217 SW FOURTH ST, Miami, FL 33135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alpha Charter of Excellence may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATER ACADEMY KIWANIS (rated 9.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADA MERRITT K-8 CENTER (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINCOLN-MARTI CHARTER SCHOOL (LITTLE HAVANA CAMPUS) (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,757
Median Home Value
$396,700
Median Rent
$1,315/mo
Population
35,053
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
21.2%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
26.3%
Median Age
44.3
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|---|---|
| BUNCHE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Gardens, FL | 7.8 |
| JACKSONVILLE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 7.8 |
| JOHNNIE M PARRIS COLONIAL DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.8 |
| ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bay, FL | 7.8 |
| SEBASTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebastian, FL | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alpha Charter of Excellence
What grades does Alpha Charter of Excellence serve?
Alpha Charter of Excellence serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Alpha Charter of Excellence?
Alpha Charter of Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alpha Charter of Excellence?
The student-teacher ratio at Alpha Charter of Excellence is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alpha Charter of Excellence rank in FL?
Alpha Charter of Excellence ranks #829 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Alpha Charter of Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?
Alpha Charter of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Alpha Charter of Excellence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alpha Charter of Excellence has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Alpha Charter of Excellence a charter school?
Yes, Alpha Charter of Excellence is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Alpha Charter of Excellence a Title I school?
No, Alpha Charter of Excellence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alpha Charter of Excellence?
1.1% of students at Alpha Charter of Excellence 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (305) 624-3717
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #156 of 497
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