Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Morningside K-8 Academy ranks in the top 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morningside K-8 Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Morningside K-8 Academy's student population of 406 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morningside K-8 Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morningside K-8 Academy is 0.55, 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
#1684 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
38%
Black
53%
21%
White
3%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside K-8 Academy's ranking?
Morningside K-8 Academy is ranked #1684 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Morningside K-8 Academy often compared to?
Morningside K-8 Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Horace Mann Middle School 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Morningside K-8 Academy?
406 students attend Morningside K-8 Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Morningside K-8 Academy students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morningside K-8 Academy?
Morningside K-8 Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morningside K-8 Academy offer ?
Morningside K-8 Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morningside K-8 Academy part of?
Morningside K-8 Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Morningside K-8 Academy located?
Morningside K-8 Academy is located in the Upper East Side neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper East Side.
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