Excellent
#490 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 13% in state
Olympia Heights Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
9797 SW 40TH ST, Miami, FL 33165
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#490 of 3,778
In Miami
#62 of 280
public schools
In district
#100 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Olympia Heights Elementary School
Olympia Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Olympia Heights Elementary School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Olympia Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #490 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Olympia Heights Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Olympia Heights Elementary School — Students at Olympia Heights Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
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: 8.3/10.
How Olympia Heights Elementary School Compares
See how Olympia Heights 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
9797 SW 40TH ST, Miami, FL 33165
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Olympia Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINECREST COVE ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROYAL PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FL ACADEMY Miami | 0.6 mi | — |
| ROCKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ROCKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| KING'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| RIVIERA MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| PINECREST COVE ACADEMY Miami | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| BLUE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ST TIMOTHY PARISH SCHOOL Miami | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| ST BRENDAN ELEMENTARY Miami | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH Miami | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| PREK INTERVENTION Miami | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| PETER PAN CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER Miami | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| WEST DADE ACADEMY Miami | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| BANYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| LITTLE HEROES ACADEMY CORP Miami | 1.4 mi | — |
| ROYAL PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| GLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33165 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,086
Median Home Value
$476,100
Median Rent
$1,796/mo
Population
50,471
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
49.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 8.4 |
| DR. FREDERICA S. WILSON/SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Gardens, FL | 8.4 |
| LAKE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Park, FL | 8.4 |
| LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 8.4 |
| MARION CHARTER SCHOOL Ocala, FL | 8.4 |
| MATER PREPARATORY ACADEMY Miami, FL | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Olympia Heights Elementary School
What grades does Olympia Heights Elementary School serve?
Olympia Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Olympia Heights Elementary School?
Olympia Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Olympia Heights Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Olympia Heights Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Olympia Heights Elementary School rank in FL?
Olympia Heights Elementary School ranks #490 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Olympia Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Olympia Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Olympia Heights Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Olympia Heights Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Olympia Heights Elementary School a charter school?
No, Olympia Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Olympia Heights Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Olympia Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olympia Heights Elementary School?
74.8% of students at Olympia Heights 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
- 322
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (305) 221-3821
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #100 of 497
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