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#2375 of 3,778 schools in FL
John I. Smith K-8 Center
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
10415 NW 52ND ST, Doral, FL 33178
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,375 of 3,778
In Doral
#16 of 22
public schools
In district
#362 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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John I. Smith K-8 Center
Elementary School in Doral · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John I. Smith K-8 Center
John I. Smith K-8 Center is a public elementary school in Doral, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. John I.
Smith K-8 Center serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John I. Smith K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,375 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for John I. Smith K-8 Center show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at John I. Smith K-8 Center 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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John I. Smith K-8 Center — Students at John I. Smith K-8 Center score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 40 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: 3.7/10.
How John I. Smith K-8 Center Compares
See how John I. Smith K-8 Center 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
10415 NW 52ND ST, Doral, FL 33178
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John I. Smith K-8 Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL EAST AT DORAL (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DORAL ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RENAISSANCE ELEMENTARY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Doral, see our Doral schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33178 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,338
Median Home Value
$499,300
Median Rent
$2,609/mo
Population
65,515
College Educated
54.8%
Homeownership
48.5%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John I. Smith K-8 Center
What grades does John I. Smith K-8 Center serve?
John I. Smith K-8 Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend John I. Smith K-8 Center?
John I. Smith K-8 Center has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John I. Smith K-8 Center?
The student-teacher ratio at John I. Smith K-8 Center is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John I. Smith K-8 Center rank in FL?
John I. Smith K-8 Center ranks #2,375 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is John I. Smith K-8 Center's MySchoolScout rating?
John I. Smith K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 John I. Smith K-8 Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John I. Smith K-8 Center has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John I. Smith K-8 Center a charter school?
No, John I. Smith K-8 Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John I. Smith K-8 Center a Title I school?
No, John I. Smith K-8 Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John I. Smith K-8 Center?
29.4% of students at John I. Smith K-8 Center 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 866
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (305) 406-0220
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #362 of 497
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