For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,123 students in 33161, FL (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,234 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 33161, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33161, FL are Linda Lentin K-8 Center, Archcreek Elementary School and North Miami Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33161 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33161, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33161, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linda Lentin K-8 Center
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14312 Ne 2nd Ct
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 891-4011
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 891-4011
Gr: PK-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Archcreek Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
702 Ne 137th St
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 892-4000
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 892-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #33.
North Miami Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
655 Ne 145th St
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 949-6156
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 949-6156
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
W. J. Bryan Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Ne 125th St
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 891-0602
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 891-0602
Gr: PK-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
North Miami Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 Ne 137th St
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 891-5611
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 891-5611
Gr: 6-8 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
North Miami Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13110 Ne 8th Ave
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 891-6590
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 891-6590
Gr: 9-12 | 1,748 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Mater Biscayne Academy North Miami Middle School
Charter School
12900 Ne 12th Ave
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 305-8580
Miami, FL 33161
(305) 305-8580
Gr: 6-8 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33161, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33161, FL include Linda Lentin K-8 Center, Archcreek Elementary School and North Miami Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33161?
7 public schools are located in 33161.
What percentage of students in 33161 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 33161 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33161?
33161 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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