For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,056 students in 33181, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 37 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 33181, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33181, FL are Mastfiu, Natural Bridge Elementary School and David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33181 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33181, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33181, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mastfiu
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
14301 Bay Vista Blvd
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 948-1200
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 948-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Natural Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1650 Ne 141st St
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 891-8649
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 891-8649
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15000 Bay Vista Blvd
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 354-2600
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 354-2600
Gr: PK-8 | 1,246 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Mater Biscayne Academy North Miami Elementary School
Charter School
12900 Ne 17th Ave
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Gr: K-5 | 664 students Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Mater Biscayne Academy North Miami High School
Charter School
1701 Ne 127th St
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 305-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 305-8580
Gr: 9-12 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33181, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33181, FL include Mastfiu, Natural Bridge Elementary School and David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center.
How many public schools are located in 33181?
5 public schools are located in 33181.
What percentage of students in 33181 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 33181 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33181?
33181 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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