Very Good
#1145 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 30% in state
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
201 182ND DR, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
Enrollment
1,736
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,736
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,145 of 3,778
In district
#211 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8
Elementary School in Sunny Isles Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is a public elementary school in Sunny Isles Beach, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Norman S.
Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 serves approximately 1,736 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,145 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 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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Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 — Students at Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.6%
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: 7.3/10.
How Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 Compares
See how Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 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
201 182ND DR, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AVENTURA CITY OF EXCELLENCE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Aventura), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby North Miami Beach), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AVENTURA WATERWAYS K-8 CENTER (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Miami), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sunny Isles Beach, see our Sunny Isles Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AVENTURA CITY OF EXCELLENCE SCHOOL Aventura | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| OJUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| TAUBER ACADEMY Aventura | 1.8 mi | — |
| SCHECK HILLEL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Miami | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| KESHER LD Miami | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| THE VICTORY SCHOOL Miami | 1.9 mi | — |
| TREEHOUSE LEARNING North Miami Beach | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MICHAEL ANN RUSSELL JEWISH CURRICULUM Miami | 1.9 mi | — |
| DON SOFFER AVENTURA CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Aventura | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| AVENTURA LEARNING CENTER North Miami Beach | 2.1 mi | — |
| ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL North Miami Beach | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH North Miami Beach | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| AMIKIDS MIAMI-DADE NORTH Miami | 2.4 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| AVENTURA WATERWAYS K-8 CENTER Miami | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ALONZO & TRACY MOURNING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| VIRGINIA A BOONE-HIGHLAND OAKS SCHOOL Miami | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| DAVID LAWRENCE JR. K-8 CENTER North Miami | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| LEARNING ACADEMY Hallandale | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MAST@FIU North Miami | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,413
Median Home Value
$360,200
Median Rent
$1,990/mo
Population
43,225
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
48.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLAPATTAH FLATS K-8 Port St. Lucie, FL | 7.3 |
| HARMONY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Harmony, FL | 7.3 |
| LAKE POINTE ACADEMY Clermont, FL | 7.3 |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT GOLDENROD Orlando, FL | 7.3 |
| CHET'S CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 7.2 |
| FREEPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Freeport, FL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8
What grades does Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 serve?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 has an enrollment of approximately 1,736 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 rank in FL?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 ranks #1,145 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 a charter school?
No, Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 a Title I school?
No, Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8?
34.6% of students at Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 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
- 1,736
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 98
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.4%
- Phone
- (305) 933-6161
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #211 of 497
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