Excellent
#108 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 3% in state
Crestview Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
2201 NW 187TH ST, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#108 of 3,778
In Miami Gardens
#1 of 21
public schools
In district
#23 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Crestview Elementary School
Crestview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami Gardens, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Crestview Elementary School serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Crestview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Crestview Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Crestview 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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Crestview Elementary School — Students at Crestview Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
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: 9.6/10.
How Crestview Elementary School Compares
See how Crestview 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
2201 NW 187TH ST, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crestview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCOTT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Miami), with a very similar rating. Another option is GOLDEN GLADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Opa Locka), a more accessible option. Additionally, BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 33056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,255
Median Home Value
$332,400
Median Rent
$1,659/mo
Population
37,318
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crestview Elementary School
What grades does Crestview Elementary School serve?
Crestview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Crestview Elementary School?
Crestview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crestview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Crestview Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crestview Elementary School rank in FL?
Crestview Elementary School ranks #108 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Crestview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Crestview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Crestview Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crestview Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Crestview Elementary School a charter school?
No, Crestview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crestview Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Crestview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crestview Elementary School?
71.8% of students at Crestview 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 238
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (305) 624-1495
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #23 of 497
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