Below Average
#3301 of 3,778 schools in FL
Coconut Palm K-8 Academy
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
24400 SW 124TH AVE, Homestead, FL 33032
Enrollment
1,137
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,137
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,301 of 3,778
In Homestead
#38 of 44
public schools
In district
#461 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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Coconut Palm K-8 Academy
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About Coconut Palm K-8 Academy
Coconut Palm K-8 Academy is a public elementary school in Homestead, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Coconut Palm K-8 Academy serves approximately 1,137 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Coconut Palm K-8 Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,301 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Coconut Palm K-8 Academy show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Coconut Palm K-8 Academy 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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Coconut Palm K-8 Academy — Students at Coconut Palm K-8 Academy score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How Coconut Palm K-8 Academy Compares
See how Coconut Palm K-8 Academy 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
24400 SW 124TH AVE, Homestead, FL 33032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coconut Palm K-8 Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET ACADEMY SILVER PALMS (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY SILVER PALMS AT PRINCETON (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AIR BASE K-8 CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Homestead, see our Homestead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,995
Median Home Value
$374,700
Median Rent
$1,626/mo
Population
62,021
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
39.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coconut Palm K-8 Academy
What grades does Coconut Palm K-8 Academy serve?
Coconut Palm K-8 Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Coconut Palm K-8 Academy?
Coconut Palm K-8 Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coconut Palm K-8 Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Coconut Palm K-8 Academy is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coconut Palm K-8 Academy rank in FL?
Coconut Palm K-8 Academy ranks #3,301 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Coconut Palm K-8 Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Coconut Palm K-8 Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Coconut Palm K-8 Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coconut Palm K-8 Academy has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Coconut Palm K-8 Academy a charter school?
No, Coconut Palm K-8 Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coconut Palm K-8 Academy a Title I school?
No, Coconut Palm K-8 Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coconut Palm K-8 Academy?
74.0% of students at Coconut Palm K-8 Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,137
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (305) 257-0500
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #461 of 497
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