Serving 927 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ben Sheppard Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Sheppard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ben Sheppard Elementary School's student population of 927 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
927 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ben Sheppard Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben Sheppard Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#744 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Silver Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Sheppard Elementary School's ranking?
Ben Sheppard Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ben Sheppard Elementary School often compared to?
Ben Sheppard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bob Graham Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ben Sheppard Elementary School?
927 students attend Ben Sheppard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ben Sheppard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Sheppard Elementary School?
Ben Sheppard Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ben Sheppard Elementary School offer ?
Ben Sheppard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben Sheppard Elementary School part of?
Ben Sheppard Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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