Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sylvania Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvania Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sylvania Heights Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sylvania Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sylvania Heights Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#849 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
96%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
4%
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
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Sylvania Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Sylvania Heights Elementary School is ranked #849 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sylvania Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Sylvania Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Gables Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sylvania Heights Elementary School?
547 students attend Sylvania Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sylvania Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sylvania Heights Elementary School?
Sylvania Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sylvania Heights Elementary School offer ?
Sylvania Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sylvania Heights Elementary School part of?
Sylvania Heights Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2019
We love this school- our son has been here since kindergarten and is now entering 4th grade. Cambridge program is tough, but the teachers try hard and are engaging with students and parents alike.
3 6/30/2018
The best School in Area.
5 6/30/2018
The best school...the best teachers.
5 2/25/2017
I was at Sylvania Heights for 6 years and y expirence was GREAT!
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