Serving 1,001 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pinecrest Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,001 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pinecrest Elementary School's student population of 1,001 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,001 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinecrest Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#46 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
62%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
28%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinecrest Elementary School's ranking?
Pinecrest Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinecrest Elementary School often compared to?
Pinecrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Elementary School, Sunset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Elementary School?
1,001 students attend Pinecrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Pinecrest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinecrest Elementary School?
Pinecrest Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Elementary School offer ?
Pinecrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinecrest Elementary School part of?
Pinecrest Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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