Serving 1,059 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Leisure City K-8 Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,059 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leisure City K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Leisure City K-8 Center's student population of 1,059 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,059 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Successfully Educating All Students
School Rankings
Leisure City K-8 Center 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 Leisure City K-8 Center is 0.49, 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
#2418 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
62%
38%
Black
36%
21%
White
1%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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 Leisure City K-8 Center's ranking?
Leisure City K-8 Center is ranked #2418 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Leisure City K-8 Center often compared to?
Leisure City K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Campbell Drive K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Leisure City K-8 Center?
1,059 students attend Leisure City K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Leisure City K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leisure City K-8 Center?
Leisure City K-8 Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leisure City K-8 Center offer ?
Leisure City K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leisure City K-8 Center part of?
Leisure City K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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