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Comstock Elementary School

Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE

2420 NW 18TH AVE, Miami, FL 33142

Enrollment

585

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,219 of 3,778

In Miami

#194 of 280

public schools

In district

#342 of 497

MIAMI-DADE

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5.8/10

Elementary School in Miami · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Comstock Elementary School

Comstock Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Comstock Elementary School serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Comstock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,219 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Comstock Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Comstock 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-16.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.2 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,066
Chronic Absenteeism38.5%

Comstock Elementary School — Students at Comstock Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
44%
ELA
30%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Comstock Elementary School Compares

See how Comstock Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in FL
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2420 NW 18TH AVE, Miami, FL 33142

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Comstock Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KELSEY L. PHARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEBBIE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MAYA ANGELOU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.4 mi 5.0
CITI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami 0.6 mi 3.3
ALLAPATTAH WYNWOOD CHILDCARE SCHOOL Miami 0.7 mi 4.6
MIAMI JACKSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami 0.8 mi 3.8
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Miami 0.8 mi
EASTER SEALS ACADEMY Miami 0.9 mi 6.0
EARLY BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Miami 0.9 mi 6.8
UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY TRANSITIONAL LEARNING Miami 0.9 mi
SANTA CLARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.9 mi 5.1
DEBBIE SCHOOL Miami 1.0 mi 7.3
MATER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Miami 1.0 mi 3.6
JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER ALT ED Miami 1.1 mi 5.2
KELSEY L. PHARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.2 mi 8.1
MATER INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY Miami 1.1 mi 7.2
MATER ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Miami 1.1 mi 6.8
CAROUSEL LEARNING ACADEMY Miami 1.2 mi
IT'S A SMALL WORLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.3 mi 6.0
SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER 802 Miami 1.2 mi
GEORGIA JONES AYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 1.3 mi 4.8
EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.3 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,900

Median Home Value

$298,000

Median Rent

$1,289/mo

Population

56,437

College Educated

13.2%

Homeownership

29.5%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

25.4%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Comstock Elementary School

What grades does Comstock Elementary School serve?

Comstock Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Comstock Elementary School?

Comstock Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Comstock Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Comstock Elementary School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Comstock Elementary School rank in FL?

Comstock Elementary School ranks #2,219 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Comstock Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Comstock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Comstock Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Comstock Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Comstock Elementary School a charter school?

No, Comstock Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Comstock Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Comstock Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Comstock Elementary School?

65.1% of students at Comstock 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Miami-Dade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.5%

District

MIAMI-DADE
District Enrollment
335,500
Schools in District
536
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,066
District Rank
#342 of 497

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