Average
#1707 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 45% in state
Miami Macarthur Educational Center
School · MIAMI-DADE
13990 SW 264TH ST, Naranja, FL 33032
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,707 of 3,778
In district
#288 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Miami Macarthur Educational Center
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About Miami Macarthur Educational Center
Miami Macarthur Educational Center is a public school in Naranja, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Miami Macarthur Educational Center serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Miami Macarthur Educational Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,707 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Miami Macarthur Educational Center show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Miami Macarthur Educational Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Miami Macarthur Educational Center 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.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Miami Macarthur Educational Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Miami Macarthur Educational Center — Students at Miami Macarthur Educational Center score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 9.6/10.
How Miami Macarthur Educational Center Compares
See how Miami Macarthur Educational 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
13990 SW 264TH ST, Naranja, FL 33032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miami Macarthur Educational Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. PROMISED LAND ACADEMY FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCAT (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Homestead), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOUTHPOINT ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Homestead), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LINCOLN-MARTI SCHOOL # 28 (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Homestead), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Naranja, see our Naranja schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,995
Median Home Value
$374,700
Median Rent
$1,626/mo
Population
62,021
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
39.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miami Macarthur Educational Center
What grades does Miami Macarthur Educational Center serve?
Miami Macarthur Educational Center serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Miami Macarthur Educational Center?
Miami Macarthur Educational Center has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miami Macarthur Educational Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Miami Macarthur Educational Center is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miami Macarthur Educational Center rank in FL?
Miami Macarthur Educational Center ranks #1,707 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Miami Macarthur Educational Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Miami Macarthur Educational Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Miami Macarthur Educational Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miami Macarthur Educational Center has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Miami Macarthur Educational Center a charter school?
No, Miami Macarthur Educational Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miami Macarthur Educational Center a Title I school?
No, Miami Macarthur Educational Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miami Macarthur Educational Center?
84.7% of students at Miami Macarthur Educational 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
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- (305) 258-7200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #288 of 497
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