Very Good
#1017 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 27% in state
Gulfstream Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
20900 SW 97TH AVE, Cutler Bay, FL 33189
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,017 of 3,778
In Cutler Bay
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#187 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Gulfstream Elementary School
Elementary School in Cutler Bay · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gulfstream Elementary School
Gulfstream Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cutler Bay, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Gulfstream Elementary School serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Gulfstream Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,017 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Gulfstream Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Gulfstream 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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Gulfstream Elementary School — Students at Gulfstream Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.1%
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
↓ 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: 6.5/10.
How Gulfstream Elementary School Compares
See how Gulfstream 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
20900 SW 97TH AVE, Cutler Bay, FL 33189
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gulfstream Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WHISPERING PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. EDWARD L. WHIGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BEL-AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cutler Bay, see our Cutler Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33189 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,487
Median Home Value
$409,500
Median Rent
$1,539/mo
Population
24,627
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gulfstream Elementary School
What grades does Gulfstream Elementary School serve?
Gulfstream Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gulfstream Elementary School?
Gulfstream Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gulfstream Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gulfstream Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gulfstream Elementary School rank in FL?
Gulfstream Elementary School ranks #1,017 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Gulfstream Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gulfstream Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Gulfstream Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gulfstream Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gulfstream Elementary School a charter school?
No, Gulfstream Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gulfstream Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Gulfstream Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gulfstream Elementary School?
68.1% of students at Gulfstream 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (305) 235-6811
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #187 of 497
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