Very Good
#952 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 25% in state
Caribbean K-8 Center
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
11990 SW 200TH ST, Miami, FL 33177
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#952 of 3,778
In Miami
#105 of 280
public schools
In district
#174 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Caribbean K-8 Center
Caribbean K-8 Center is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Caribbean K-8 Center serves approximately 734 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Caribbean K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #952 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Caribbean K-8 Center show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Caribbean K-8 Center 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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Caribbean K-8 Center — Students at Caribbean K-8 Center score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.1%
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: 8.7/10.
How Caribbean K-8 Center Compares
See how Caribbean 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
11990 SW 200TH ST, Miami, FL 33177
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Caribbean K-8 Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL PREPARATORY (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINE VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33177 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,297
Median Home Value
$399,000
Median Rent
$2,080/mo
Population
58,097
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
41.6
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| FELIX A WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart, FL | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Caribbean K-8 Center
What grades does Caribbean K-8 Center serve?
Caribbean K-8 Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Caribbean K-8 Center?
Caribbean K-8 Center has an enrollment of approximately 734 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Caribbean K-8 Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Caribbean K-8 Center is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Caribbean K-8 Center rank in FL?
Caribbean K-8 Center ranks #952 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Caribbean K-8 Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Caribbean K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Caribbean K-8 Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Caribbean K-8 Center has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Caribbean K-8 Center a charter school?
No, Caribbean K-8 Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Caribbean K-8 Center a Title I school?
No, Caribbean K-8 Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Caribbean K-8 Center?
77.1% of students at Caribbean 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
- 734
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- Phone
- (305) 233-7131
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #174 of 497
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