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Poinciana Park Elementary School

Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE

6745 NW 23RD AVE, Miami, FL 33147

Enrollment

170

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,437 of 3,778

In Miami

#207 of 280

public schools

In district

#365 of 497

MIAMI-DADE

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Poinciana Park Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Miami · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Poinciana Park Elementary School

Poinciana Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Poinciana Park Elementary School serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Poinciana Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,437 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Poinciana Park Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 170 students, Poinciana Park Elementary School 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 Poinciana Park Elementary School 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.

47% of students at Poinciana Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-36.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.9 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,066
Chronic Absenteeism47.1%

Poinciana Park Elementary School — Students at Poinciana Park Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
55.7%
ELA
55.6%
2024
Math
23.7%
ELA
21.3%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Poinciana Park Elementary School Compares

See how Poinciana Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
36th percentile in FL
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

Location

6745 NW 23RD AVE, Miami, FL 33147

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Poinciana Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ORCHARD VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IT'S A SMALL WORLD ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LIBERTY CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.5 mi 5.8
TEENAGE PARENT PROGRAM Miami 0.5 mi 4.4
GRADUATION ALLIANCE7831 Miami 0.5 mi
SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER-804 Miami 0.6 mi 4.0
LILLIE C. EVANS K-8 CENTER Miami 0.6 mi 4.9
HOSANNA LEARNING CENTER Miami 0.7 mi 6.1
CHARLES R DREW K-8 CENTER Miami 0.7 mi 4.2
O.L.L.A.S. ACADEMY Miami 0.7 mi
AGENORIA S PASCHAL/OLINDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.8 mi 6.1
AMC ACADEMY Miami 0.8 mi
STELLAR LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Miami 0.9 mi 3.6
PHOENIX ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Miami 0.9 mi
DR. HENRY W. MACK/WEST LITTLE RIVER K-8 CENTER Miami 1.0 mi 6.4
IT'S A SMALL WORLD ACADEMY Miami 1.0 mi 6.6
BROWNSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 1.2 mi 4.8
ORCHARD VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.1 mi 6.9
HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.1 mi 5.0
EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.3 mi 8.5
SHINING LIGHT CHILDCARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Miami 1.3 mi
LIBERTY ACADEMY Miramar 1.2 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33147 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,728

Median Home Value

$301,300

Median Rent

$1,359/mo

Population

47,203

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

22.5%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Poinciana Park Elementary School

What grades does Poinciana Park Elementary School serve?

Poinciana Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Poinciana Park Elementary School?

Poinciana Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Poinciana Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Poinciana Park Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Poinciana Park Elementary School rank in FL?

Poinciana Park Elementary School ranks #2,437 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Poinciana Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Poinciana Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Poinciana Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Poinciana Park Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Poinciana Park Elementary School a charter school?

No, Poinciana Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Poinciana Park Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Poinciana Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Poinciana Park Elementary School?

84.1% of students at Poinciana Park 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Miami-Dade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

District

MIAMI-DADE
District Enrollment
335,500
Schools in District
536
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,066
District Rank
#365 of 497

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