IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER

IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI SPRINGS, FL with about 894 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 63 teachers, IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER 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.

IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER is a public school located in the heart of Miami Springs, Florida, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district, the institution is known for providing a comprehensive academic environment that bridges the gap between elementary and middle school education. The school prioritizes a well-rounded curriculum, fostering academic excellence while encouraging social and emotional development in a community-oriented setting.

The school is deeply integrated into the quiet, suburban atmosphere of Miami Springs, often serving as a focal point for local families. Its K-8 model offers the unique benefit of continuity, allowing students to remain in the same educational environment throughout their formative years, which often leads to stronger relationships between staff, students, and parents. With a commitment to preparing students for high school and beyond, the Peskoe K-8 Center focuses on maintaining high standards of instruction and creating a safe, supportive campus that reflects the values of its surrounding community.

For more information, contact IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER at (305) 242-8340 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

301 WESTWARD DR
MIAMI SPRINGS, FL 33166-5261
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IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER is a public Title I school in MIAMI SPRINGS, FL with about 894 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MIAMI-DADE
Total Students:
894
Teachers:
63
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
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 894 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 76% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
75.7%
Black or African American
19.2%
White
4.3%
Two or more races
0.4%
Asian
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
46.6%
Male
53.4%

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.