Very Good
#1290 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 34% in state
Leisure City K-8 Center
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
14950 SW 288TH ST, Homestead, FL 33033
Enrollment
1,005
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,005
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,290 of 3,778
In Homestead
#14 of 44
public schools
In district
#227 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Leisure City K-8 Center
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About Leisure City K-8 Center
Leisure City K-8 Center is a public elementary school in Homestead, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Leisure City K-8 Center serves approximately 1,005 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Leisure City K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,290 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Leisure City K-8 Center show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Leisure City 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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Leisure City K-8 Center — Students at Leisure City K-8 Center score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
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
→ 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: 7.9/10.
How Leisure City K-8 Center Compares
See how Leisure City 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
14950 SW 288TH ST, Homestead, FL 33033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leisure City K-8 Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AVOCADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WATERSTONE (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Miami), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Homestead, see our Homestead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,662
Median Home Value
$364,700
Median Rent
$1,648/mo
Population
69,075
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
33.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leisure City K-8 Center
What grades does Leisure City K-8 Center serve?
Leisure City K-8 Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Leisure City K-8 Center?
Leisure City K-8 Center has an enrollment of approximately 1,005 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leisure City K-8 Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Leisure City K-8 Center is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leisure City K-8 Center rank in FL?
Leisure City K-8 Center ranks #1,290 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Leisure City K-8 Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Leisure City K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Leisure City K-8 Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leisure City K-8 Center has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Leisure City K-8 Center a charter school?
No, Leisure City K-8 Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leisure City K-8 Center a Title I school?
No, Leisure City K-8 Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leisure City K-8 Center?
74.4% of students at Leisure City 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
- 1,005
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (305) 247-5431
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #227 of 497
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