Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Goulds Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goulds Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Goulds Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Goulds Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goulds Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1894 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
37%
Black
48%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goulds Elementary School's ranking?
Goulds Elementary School is ranked #1894 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Goulds Elementary School often compared to?
Goulds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coconut Palm K-8 Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Goulds Elementary School?
470 students attend Goulds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Goulds Elementary School students are Black, 48% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goulds Elementary School?
Goulds Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Goulds Elementary School offer ?
Goulds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goulds Elementary School part of?
Goulds Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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