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#1770 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 47% in state
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
514 NW 77TH ST, Miami, FL 33150
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,770 of 3,778
In Miami
#174 of 280
public schools
In district
#297 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE.
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,770 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
57% of students at Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. 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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Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School — Students at Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
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: 8.2/10.
How Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School Compares
See how Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. 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
514 NW 77TH ST, Miami, FL 33150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THENA CROWDER EARLY CHILDHOOD DIAGNOSTIC SPECIAL EDUCATION (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARCOLA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDISON PARK K-8 CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,802
Median Home Value
$377,700
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
31,936
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
29.7%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School
What grades does Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School serve?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School rank in FL?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School ranks #1,770 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School a charter school?
No, Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary School?
70.8% of students at Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. 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
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.7%
- Phone
- (305) 754-7531
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #297 of 497
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