Very Good
#825 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 22% in state
Bunche Park Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
16001 BUNCHE PARK DR, Miami Gardens, FL 33054
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#825 of 3,778
In Miami Gardens
#6 of 21
public schools
In district
#152 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Bunche Park Elementary School
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About Bunche Park Elementary School
Bunche Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami Gardens, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Bunche Park Elementary School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bunche Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #825 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Bunche Park Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Bunche Park Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bunche Park Elementary School — Students at Bunche Park Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 7.8/10.
How Bunche Park Elementary School Compares
See how Bunche Park Elementary School 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
16001 BUNCHE PARK DR, Miami Gardens, FL 33054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bunche Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH DADE CENTER FOR MODERN LANGUAGES (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NATHAN B. YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Opa Locka), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GOLDEN GLADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Opa Locka), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami Gardens, see our Miami Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,779
Median Home Value
$291,700
Median Rent
$1,346/mo
Population
31,165
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bunche Park Elementary School
What grades does Bunche Park Elementary School serve?
Bunche Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bunche Park Elementary School?
Bunche Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bunche Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bunche Park Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bunche Park Elementary School rank in FL?
Bunche Park Elementary School ranks #825 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Bunche Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bunche Park Elementary School 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 Bunche Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bunche Park Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bunche Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bunche Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bunche Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bunche Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bunche Park Elementary School?
79.2% of students at Bunche Park Elementary School 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (305) 621-1469
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #152 of 497
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