Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary

Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary serves 585 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Miami-Dade County.

This regular public school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.8:1 with 37 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment where students can receive more individualized attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.4 out of 10 rating and ranking in the 77th percentile among Florida elementary schools at #881 out of 3,816 schools statewide. Students show particular strength in mathematics, with 69% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while 56% demonstrate proficiency in English Language Arts and reading.

These results reflect the school's commitment to helping students build strong foundational skills in core academic areas. Dr. Carlos J.

Finlay Elementary draws families from the surrounding 33184 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $72,172 and median home values reach $364,200. The community shows economic stability with a relatively low poverty rate of 10.5%, and 30% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. Located on SW 117th Avenue, the school sits in a large suburban setting that provides families with a blend of residential comfort and urban accessibility within the greater Miami area.