SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 543 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 38 teachers, SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY, located in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district, serves as a foundational academic institution for the local community in South Miami Heights, Florida. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that emphasizes student achievement, character development, and the mastery of core educational standards. By utilizing a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in middle school and beyond, often integrating various extracurricular activities and academic programs designed to cater to the unique needs of its learners.

As a part of the nation’s fourth-largest school district, SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY benefits from the resources and oversight of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, which prioritizes technological integration and literacy. The school encourages strong partnerships between parents, educators, and the community to ensure that students receive holistic support both inside and outside the classroom. Through its focus on academic rigor and social-emotional growth, the institution strives to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens who are equipped to thrive in an increasingly global society.

For more information, contact SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY at (305) 238-6610 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.