Serving 880 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ojus Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ojus Elementary School's student population of 880 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Ojus Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ojus Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#996 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
66%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
19%
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
47%
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 Ojus Elementary School's ranking?
Ojus Elementary School is ranked #996 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ojus Elementary School often compared to?
Ojus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aventura Waterways K-8 Center, Aventura City Of Excellence School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ojus Elementary School?
880 students attend Ojus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ojus Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ojus Elementary School?
Ojus Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ojus Elementary School offer ?
Ojus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ojus Elementary School part of?
Ojus Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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First day of school
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
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