Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The Kelsey L. Pharr, Where Success is the Only Option
School Rankings
Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#2370 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
62%
37%
Black
38%
21%
White
n/a
35%
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
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School's ranking?
Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School is ranked #2370 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School?
285 students attend Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 38% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School?
Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School offer ?
Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School part of?
Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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