Excellent
#449 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 12% in state
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
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Doral
#2 of 22
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#417 of 2,196
In district
#51 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About John I. Smith K-8 Center
John I. Smith K-8 Center is a public elementary school in Doral, FL, part of the MIAMI-DADE. The school serves approximately 866 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1/10, placing it in the 88.1th percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 64% proficiency in math, 9 points above the state average and 56% in reading/language arts, 3 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.5/10).
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $91,338, where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a small city setting.
Score Breakdown
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John I. Smith K-8 Center — Students at John I. Smith K-8 Center score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
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 16 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: 8.5/10.
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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 64% (2019) to 57% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 54% (2019) to 58% (2021).
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 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DORAL INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DORAL ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding John I. Smith K-8 Center has a median household income of $91,338. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $499,300, with a median rent of $2,609/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ACREAGE PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Loxahatchee, FL | 8.1 |
| ARCOLA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 8.1 |
| ATLANTIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa, FL | 8.1 |
| BIG CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples, FL | 8.1 |
| CALLAWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panama City, FL | 8.1 |
| CARILLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oviedo, FL | 8.1 |
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 is ranked #449 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is John I. Smith K-8 Center's MySchoolScout rating?
John I. Smith K-8 Center has a composite rating of 8.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at John I. Smith K-8 Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, John I. Smith K-8 Center has 64.0% math proficiency and 55.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 40 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 13 Minimal Transit
- Bike Score
- 39 Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety
- Elevated (1,174/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (305) 406-0220
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #51 of 497
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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