Excellent
#546 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 14% in state
Howard Drive Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
7750 SW 136TH ST, Miami, FL 33156
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#546 of 3,778
In Miami
#68 of 280
public schools
In district
#109 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Howard Drive Elementary School
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About Howard Drive Elementary School
Howard Drive Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Howard Drive Elementary School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Howard Drive Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #546 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Howard Drive Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Howard Drive Elementary School — Students at Howard Drive Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36%
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: 8.2/10.
How Howard Drive Elementary School Compares
See how Howard Drive 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
7750 SW 136TH ST, Miami, FL 33156
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howard Drive Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT PINECREST (rated 9.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Pinecrest), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VINELAND K-8 CENTER (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PALMETTO MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palmetto Bay | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT PINECREST Pinecrest | 1.1 mi | 9.7 |
| ST LOUIS COVENANT SCHOOL Pinecrest | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL, INC. Palmetto Bay | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| SUNRISE SCHOOL OF MIAMI Palmetto Bay | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| VINELAND K-8 CENTER Miami | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| SOUTHWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Palmetto Bay | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| KENDALL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Miami | 1.8 mi | — |
| CHILDRENS RESOURCES Miami | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| SOL ACADEMY, INC Miami | 2.0 mi | — |
| EUREKA EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY INC. Palmetto Bay | 1.9 mi | — |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY CONTINENTAL Miami | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| DR. HENRY E. PERRINE ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Palmetto Bay | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| CHRIST FELLOWSHIP ACADEMY Palmetto Bay | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ALEXANDER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Palmetto Bay | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ALEXANDER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Palmetto Bay | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33156 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,720
Median Home Value
$1,063,100
Median Rent
$1,936/mo
Population
32,708
College Educated
66.4%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
42
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| CHIARAMONTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.3 |
| CREATIVE ARTS ACADEMY OF ST. LUCIE Fort Pierce, FL | 8.3 |
| DANTE B. FASCELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 8.3 |
| IMAGINE SCHOOLS PLANTATION CAMPUS Plantation, FL | 8.3 |
| JOE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 8.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howard Drive Elementary School
What grades does Howard Drive Elementary School serve?
Howard Drive Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Howard Drive Elementary School?
Howard Drive Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howard Drive Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Howard Drive Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howard Drive Elementary School rank in FL?
Howard Drive Elementary School ranks #546 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Howard Drive Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Howard Drive Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Howard Drive Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howard Drive Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Howard Drive Elementary School a charter school?
No, Howard Drive Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howard Drive Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Howard Drive Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howard Drive Elementary School?
36.0% of students at Howard Drive 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
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (305) 235-1412
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #109 of 497
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