MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 873 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 58 teachers, MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Richmond West area of Miami, Florida, is a public school operating under the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive foundational education that emphasizes core academic subjects, including literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and social-emotional development throughout the elementary years.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Miami Heights Elementary is integrated into the local community, offering various resources and opportunities for parental involvement. The school utilizes the district’s standard educational framework to prepare students for middle school success while promoting a culture of inclusivity and achievement. By maintaining a structured and nurturing atmosphere, the school strives to empower its students to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners, reflecting the broader educational mission of the Miami-Dade school system.

For more information, contact MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (305) 238-3602 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

17661 SW 117TH AVE
MIAMI, FL 33177-2324
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MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MIAMI, FL with about 873 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MIAMI-DADE
Total Students:
873
Teachers:
58
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 873 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 86% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
85.9%
Black or African American
10.5%
White
1.8%
Asian
1.4%
Two or more races
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.2%
Male
51.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.