For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,919 students in 33181, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33181, FL are Natural Bridge Elementary School, David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center and International Studies Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33181 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33181, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33181, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Natural Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1650 Ne 141st St
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 891-8649
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 891-8649
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15000 Bay Vista Blvd
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 354-2600
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 354-2600
Gr: PK-8 | 1,276 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
International Studies Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 Ne 127th Street
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Gr: 6-12 | 36 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Colegiate Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12900 Ne 17th Avenue
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Gr: 6-12 | 171 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School
Charter School
12900 Ne 17th Avenue
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 359-8580
Gr: K-5 | 691 students Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Mater Academy Biscayne North Miami Beach Middle School
Charter School
12900 Ne 12th Avenue
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 305-8580
Miami, FL 33181
(305) 305-8580
Gr: 6-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33181, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33181, FL include Natural Bridge Elementary School, David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center and International Studies Virtual Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33181?
6 public elementary schools are located in 33181.
What is the racial composition of students in 33181?
33181 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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