Very Good
#895 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 24% in state
The Charter School at Waterstone
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
855 WATERSTONE WAY, Homestead, FL 33033
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#895 of 3,778
In Homestead
#13 of 44
public schools
In district
#170 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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The Charter School at Waterstone
Elementary School in Homestead · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center
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About The Charter School at Waterstone
The Charter School at Waterstone is a public elementary school in Homestead, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. The Charter School at Waterstone serves approximately 946 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. The Charter School at Waterstone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #895 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for The Charter School at Waterstone show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% 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
The Charter School at Waterstone is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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The Charter School at Waterstone — Students at The Charter School at Waterstone score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
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: 6.2/10.
How The Charter School at Waterstone Compares
See how The Charter School at Waterstone 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
855 WATERSTONE WAY, Homestead, FL 33033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Charter School at Waterstone may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET PREPARATORY ACADEMY (HOMESTEAD) (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Miami), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LEISURE CITY K-8 CENTER (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Homestead, see our Homestead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,662
Median Home Value
$364,700
Median Rent
$1,648/mo
Population
69,075
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
33.2
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|---|---|
| AVANT GARDE ACADEMY K-5 BROWARD Hollywood, FL | 7.7 |
| BLUE ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 7.7 |
| BOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 7.7 |
| CORDOVA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 7.7 |
| CRANBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Port, FL | 7.7 |
| CREEKSIDE CHARTER ACADEMY Riverview, FL | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Charter School at Waterstone
What grades does The Charter School at Waterstone serve?
The Charter School at Waterstone serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Charter School at Waterstone?
The Charter School at Waterstone has an enrollment of approximately 946 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Charter School at Waterstone?
The student-teacher ratio at The Charter School at Waterstone is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Charter School at Waterstone rank in FL?
The Charter School at Waterstone ranks #895 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is The Charter School at Waterstone's MySchoolScout rating?
The Charter School at Waterstone 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 The Charter School at Waterstone?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Charter School at Waterstone has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is The Charter School at Waterstone a charter school?
Yes, The Charter School at Waterstone is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is The Charter School at Waterstone a Title I school?
No, The Charter School at Waterstone is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Charter School at Waterstone?
60.1% of students at The Charter School at Waterstone 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 946
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (305) 248-6206
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #170 of 497
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