Serving 1,018 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,018 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School's student population of 1,018 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,018 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Readers are Achievers and Achievers are Believers
School Rankings
Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School 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
#420 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
92%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
3%
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
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School's ranking?
Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School is ranked #420 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School often compared to?
Norma Butler Bossard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jack David Gordon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School?
1,018 students attend Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School?
Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School offer ?
Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School part of?
Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School located?
Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
School Reviews
2 4/27/2011
After having to deal with the vice principal and counselor (when they are actually in school) I have to say I am extremely disappointed with this school.
In few words, anything can happen to your kids and they dont care and are uninterested.
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