For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,844 students in 33177, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 33177, FL are South Miami Heights Elementary School, Miami Heights Elementary School and Caribbean K-8 Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33177 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33177, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33177, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Miami Heights Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12231 Sw 190th Ter
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 238-6610
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 238-6610
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Miami Heights Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17661 Sw 117th Ave
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 238-3602
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 238-3602
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Caribbean K-8 Center
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11990 Sw 200th St
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 233-7131
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 233-7131
Gr: PK-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 33177, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 33177, FL include South Miami Heights Elementary School, Miami Heights Elementary School and Caribbean K-8 Center.
How many public preschools are located in 33177?
3 public preschools are located in 33177.
What is the racial composition of students in 33177?
33177 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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