Excellent
#672 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 18% in state
Nathan B. Young Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
14120 NW 24TH AVE, Opa Locka, FL 33054
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#672 of 3,778
In Opa Locka
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#127 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Nathan B. Young Elementary School
Nathan B. Young Elementary School is a public elementary school in Opa Locka, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Nathan B.
Young Elementary School serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Nathan B. Young Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #672 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Nathan B. Young Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Nathan B. Young 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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Nathan B. Young Elementary School — Students at Nathan B. Young Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.5%
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: 9.2/10.
How Nathan B. Young Elementary School Compares
See how Nathan B. Young 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
14120 NW 24TH AVE, Opa Locka, FL 33054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nathan B. Young Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH DADE CENTER FOR MODERN LANGUAGES (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Miami Gardens), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUNCHE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Miami Gardens), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BEACON COLLEGE PREP K-8 (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Opa Locka, see our Opa Locka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,779
Median Home Value
$291,700
Median Rent
$1,346/mo
Population
31,165
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nathan B. Young Elementary School
What grades does Nathan B. Young Elementary School serve?
Nathan B. Young Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Nathan B. Young Elementary School?
Nathan B. Young Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nathan B. Young Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nathan B. Young Elementary School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nathan B. Young Elementary School rank in FL?
Nathan B. Young Elementary School ranks #672 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Nathan B. Young Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nathan B. Young Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Nathan B. Young Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nathan B. Young Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Nathan B. Young Elementary School a charter school?
No, Nathan B. Young Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nathan B. Young Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Nathan B. Young Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nathan B. Young Elementary School?
75.5% of students at Nathan B. Young 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
- 343
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (305) 685-7204
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #127 of 497
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