Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Beacon College Prep K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon College Prep K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Beacon College Prep K-8's student population of 424 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 312% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Beacon College Prep K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon College Prep K-8 is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2088 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
18%
38%
Black
81%
21%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon College Prep K-8's ranking?
Beacon College Prep K-8 is ranked #2088 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Beacon College Prep K-8?
424 students attend Beacon College Prep K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Beacon College Prep K-8 students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon College Prep K-8?
Beacon College Prep K-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beacon College Prep K-8 offer ?
Beacon College Prep K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beacon College Prep K-8 part of?
Beacon College Prep K-8 is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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