Very Good
#885 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 23% in state
North County K-8 Center
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
3250 NW 207TH ST, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#885 of 3,778
In Miami Gardens
#7 of 21
public schools
In district
#160 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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North County K-8 Center
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About North County K-8 Center
North County K-8 Center is a public elementary school in Miami Gardens, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. North County K-8 Center serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North County K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #885 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for North County K-8 Center show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at North County 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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North County K-8 Center — Students at North County K-8 Center score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
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: 8.3/10.
How North County K-8 Center Compares
See how North County 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
3250 NW 207TH ST, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North County K-8 Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. FREDERICA S. WILSON/SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MIAMI GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Miami Gardens, see our Miami Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,255
Median Home Value
$332,400
Median Rent
$1,659/mo
Population
37,318
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North County K-8 Center
What grades does North County K-8 Center serve?
North County K-8 Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend North County K-8 Center?
North County K-8 Center has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North County K-8 Center?
The student-teacher ratio at North County K-8 Center is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North County K-8 Center rank in FL?
North County K-8 Center ranks #885 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is North County K-8 Center's MySchoolScout rating?
North County K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 North County K-8 Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North County K-8 Center has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North County K-8 Center a charter school?
No, North County K-8 Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North County K-8 Center a Title I school?
No, North County K-8 Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North County K-8 Center?
76.7% of students at North County 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
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (305) 624-9648
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #160 of 497
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