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#954 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 25% in state

Rockway Elementary School

Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE

2790 SW 93RD CT, Miami, FL 33165

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#954 of 3,778

In Miami

#107 of 280

public schools

In district

#176 of 497

MIAMI-DADE

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Rockway Elementary School

7.6/10

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

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7.2/10

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About Rockway Elementary School

Rockway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Rockway Elementary School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #954 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Rockway Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.5 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,066
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

Rockway Elementary School — Students at Rockway Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
68.6%
ELA
62.6%
2024
Math
67%
ELA
58.7%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Rockway Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in FL
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2790 SW 93RD CT, Miami, FL 33165

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rockway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OLYMPIA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ROCKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 0.1 mi 7.2
CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Miami 0.5 mi 5.3
ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Miami 0.6 mi 4.4
ST BRENDAN ELEMENTARY Miami 0.6 mi 6.6
OLYMPIA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.9 mi 8.4
BANYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.8 mi 7.4
MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH Miami 0.9 mi 4.4
CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.0 mi 6.5
CORAL PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami 1.0 mi 6.7
CHILDREN'S PLACE LEARNING CENTER Miami 1.0 mi
KING'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami 1.2 mi 7.4
EVERGLADES K-8 CENTER Miami 1.3 mi 6.7
FL ACADEMY Miami 1.3 mi
PETER PAN CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER Miami 1.4 mi 5.0
SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH Miami 1.6 mi 4.9
EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.4 mi 9.1
TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.7 mi 8.4
BLUE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.7 mi 7.0
ST AGATHA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Miami 1.7 mi 6.5
RIVIERA MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 1.7 mi 7.7

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

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHENEY ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL 7.6
EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF CHRIST CHURCH PARISH Pensacola, FL 7.6
ESPIRITU SANTO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Safety Harbor, FL 7.6
JAMES M. ANDERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cross City, FL 7.6
K. E. CUNNINGHAM/CANAL POINT ELEMENTARY Canal Point, FL 7.6
KENDALL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami, FL 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rockway Elementary School

What grades does Rockway Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Rockway Elementary School?

Rockway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockway Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rockway Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rockway Elementary School rank in FL?

Rockway Elementary School ranks #954 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Rockway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rockway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Rockway Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rockway Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Rockway Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Rockway Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

59.2% of students at Rockway 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Miami-Dade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

District

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

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