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#433 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 11% in state

Earlington Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE

4750 NW 22ND AVE, Miami, FL 33142

Enrollment

364

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#433 of 3,778

In Miami

#59 of 280

public schools

In district

#93 of 497

MIAMI-DADE

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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8.5/10

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

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About Earlington Heights Elementary School

Earlington Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Earlington Heights Elementary School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Earlington Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #433 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Earlington Heights Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Earlington Heights 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 Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+0.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+4.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+15.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,066
Chronic Absenteeism47%

Earlington Heights Elementary School — Students at Earlington Heights Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 37.0% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
70.6%
ELA
47.7%
2024
Math
64.7%
ELA
46.3%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Earlington Heights Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
89th percentile in FL
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.0%

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

4750 NW 22ND AVE, Miami, FL 33142

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Earlington Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KELSEY L. PHARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ORCHARD VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
IT'S A SMALL WORLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.1 mi 6.0
BROWNSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 0.2 mi 4.8
KELSEY L. PHARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.2 mi 8.1
AGENORIA S PASCHAL/OLINDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.5 mi 6.1
HOSANNA LEARNING CENTER Miami 0.6 mi 6.1
MIAMI JACKSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami 0.6 mi 3.8
CITI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami 0.7 mi 3.3
SHEYE'S OF MIAMI ELEMENTARY INC. Miami 0.8 mi 3.9
MATER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Miami 0.8 mi 3.6
CHARLES R DREW K-8 CENTER Miami 0.9 mi 4.2
AMC ACADEMY Miami 0.9 mi
GEORGIA JONES AYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 0.9 mi 4.8
MAYA ANGELOU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.0 mi 5.0
JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER ALT ED Miami 1.0 mi 5.2
LORAH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.9 mi 5.3
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Miami 1.0 mi
LENORA BRAYNON SMITH ELEMENTARY Miami 1.0 mi 6.4
ORCHARD VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.1 mi 6.9
MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.1 mi 7.6
WESTERN GENERAL EDUCATION Miami 1.1 mi 4.5

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 Earlington Heights Elementary School

What grades does Earlington Heights Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Earlington Heights Elementary School?

Earlington Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Earlington Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Earlington Heights Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Earlington Heights Elementary School rank in FL?

Earlington Heights Elementary School ranks #433 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Earlington Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Earlington Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Earlington Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Earlington Heights Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Earlington Heights Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Earlington Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

75.8% of students at Earlington Heights 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Miami-Dade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.0%

District

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

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