Serving 567 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kendall Square K-8 Center ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kendall Square K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kendall Square K-8 Center's student population of 567 students has grown by 1282% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 1000% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Kendall Square K-8 Center ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kendall Square K-8 Center is 0.15, 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
#252 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
92%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Kendall Square K-8 Center's ranking?
Kendall Square K-8 Center is ranked #252 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kendall Square K-8 Center often compared to?
Kendall Square K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Christina M. Eve Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kendall Square K-8 Center?
567 students attend Kendall Square K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Kendall Square K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kendall Square K-8 Center?
Kendall Square K-8 Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kendall Square K-8 Center offer ?
Kendall Square K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kendall Square K-8 Center part of?
Kendall Square K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Kendall Square K-8 Center located?
Kendall Square K-8 Center is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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