Summary:
The 33193 zip code area of Miami, Florida is home to three elementary schools: Bowman Ashe/Doolin K-8 Academy, Pinecrest Academy (South Campus), and Dante B. Fascell Elementary School. These schools serve a predominantly Hispanic student population, with all three schools having over 95% Hispanic enrollment.
Among the three schools, Pinecrest Academy (South Campus) stands out as the top performer. It has consistently ranked among the top 120 elementary schools in Miami-Dade over the past 3 years and earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Pinecrest Academy significantly outperforms the other two schools and the district/state averages on standardized test scores across multiple subjects and grade levels, with 86% of 3rd graders proficient or better in ELA compared to 60% at Bowman Ashe/Doolin and 48% at Dante B. Fascell.
While Bowman Ashe/Doolin K-8 Academy has the highest spending per student at $13,883, it does not appear to outperform the other schools academically. This suggests that factors beyond just funding, such as school leadership, teaching quality, and other resources, may play a key role in student outcomes. Additionally, Pinecrest Academy has the lowest chronic absenteeism rate at 13.5%, which could be a contributing factor to their strong academic performance.
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