Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olympia Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympia Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Olympia Heights Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Olympia Heights 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 Olympia Heights 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
#832 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
1%
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
71%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympia Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Olympia Heights Elementary School is ranked #832 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Olympia Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Olympia Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Olympia Heights Elementary School?
322 students attend Olympia Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Olympia Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olympia Heights Elementary School?
Olympia Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olympia Heights Elementary School offer ?
Olympia Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olympia Heights Elementary School part of?
Olympia Heights Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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