PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 620 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 39 teachers, PALMETTO 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.

PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Pinecrest area of Miami-Dade County, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades PK through 5. As part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district, the institution is known for maintaining a strong academic focus and fostering a supportive community environment. The school typically serves a diverse student body and is well-regarded by local families for its commitment to high educational standards and comprehensive curriculum, which aligns with state benchmarks to prepare students for middle school success.

Beyond its core academics, Palmetto Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that includes enrichment programs, extracurricular activities, and a dedicated faculty focused on student development. The school prides itself on its active parental involvement and a collaborative culture that encourages student engagement both inside and outside the classroom. By leveraging its location within a stable, family-oriented neighborhood, the school creates a secure and productive learning atmosphere aimed at nurturing the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of its students.

For more information, contact PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (305) 238-4306 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12401 SW 74TH AVE
MIAMI, FL 33156-5320
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PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MIAMI, FL with about 620 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MIAMI-DADE
Total Students:
620
Teachers:
39
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 targeted assistance eligible school-No program
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 620 students

Hispanic/Latino
50.3%
White
39.0%
Black or African American
5.6%
Asian
3.9%
Two or more races
1.1%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

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.