Average
#2729 of 3,778 schools in FL
Santa Clara Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
1051 NW 29TH TER, Miami, FL 33127
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,729 of 3,778
In Miami
#231 of 280
public schools
In district
#403 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Santa Clara Elementary School
Santa Clara Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Santa Clara Elementary School serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Clara Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,729 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Clara Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Santa Clara 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
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Santa Clara Elementary School — Students at Santa Clara Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.4/10.
How Santa Clara Elementary School Compares
See how Santa Clara 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
1051 NW 29TH TER, Miami, FL 33127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Clara Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DEBBIE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MATER ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (rated 6.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EARLY BEGINNINGS ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| MATER INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY Miami | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| MATER ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Miami | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Miami | 0.6 mi | — |
| ENEIDA M. HARTNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER 802 Miami | 0.7 mi | — |
| PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER Miami | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| YOUNG MEN'S PREPARATORY ACADEMY Miami | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| LENORA BRAYNON SMITH ELEMENTARY Miami | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MAYA ANGELOU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| GEORGIA JONES AYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| DEBBIE SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MIAMI JACKSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| MIAMI ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| EASTER SEALS ACADEMY Miami | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CITI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY TRANSITIONAL LEARNING Miami | 1.2 mi | — |
| EARLY BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Miami | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ALLAPATTAH WYNWOOD CHILDCARE SCHOOL Miami | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,125
Median Home Value
$398,800
Median Rent
$1,394/mo
Population
27,585
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
27.8%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CRYSTAL RIVER PRIMARY SCHOOL Crystal River, FL | 5.1 |
| EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooksville, FL | 5.1 |
| EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haines City, FL | 5.1 |
| EGRET LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach, FL | 5.1 |
| FRIENDSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona, FL | 5.1 |
| HOGAN-SPRING GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Clara Elementary School
What grades does Santa Clara Elementary School serve?
Santa Clara Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Santa Clara Elementary School?
Santa Clara Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Clara Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Clara Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Clara Elementary School rank in FL?
Santa Clara Elementary School ranks #2,729 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Santa Clara Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Clara Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Santa Clara Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Clara Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santa Clara Elementary School a charter school?
No, Santa Clara Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Clara Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Santa Clara Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Clara Elementary School?
54.6% of students at Santa Clara 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
- 562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (305) 635-1417
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #403 of 497
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