For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,487 students in 33138, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 851 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 33138, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33138, FL are Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School, Miami Shores Elementary School and Morningside K-8 Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33138 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33138, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33138, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
840 Ne 87th St
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 756-3800
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 756-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Miami Shores Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10351 Ne 5th Ave
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 758-5525
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 758-5525
Gr: PK-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Morningside K-8 Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6620 Ne 5th Ave
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 758-6741
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 758-6741
Gr: PK-8 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33138, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33138, FL include Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School, Miami Shores Elementary School and Morningside K-8 Academy.
How many public schools are located in 33138?
3 public schools are located in 33138.
What percentage of students in 33138 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 33138 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33138?
33138 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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