The Best Elementary Schools In Miami Gardens

As far as elementary schools, Miami Gardens actually doesn’t do too bad. The top recommended elementary schools in Miami Gardens are North Dade Center for Modern Language, Miami Gardens Elementary School, and Crestview Elementary School. Greatschools.org rates the North Dade Center a 9/10, Miami Gardens Elementary an 8/10, and Crestview Elementary a 7/10. And all of these schools received an “A” from the FDOE’s school accountability report.   

In terms of academic performance, North Dade Center performs the other two schools. However, that is to be expected from its greatschools.org rating and from the fact that students must apply and be selected to attend this school. North Dade Center is also special in that its curriculum focuses on implementing second language education in French or Spanish for your child.  

North Dade Center exceeded the state standards in standardized testing in every subject, scoring a 78% proficiency in math, an 86% proficiency in English, and a 63% proficiency in science. Meanwhile Miami Gardens Elementary still exceeded the state standards in standardized testing for every subject, but its scores are a lot closer to the benchmark than North Dade Center’s. Miami Gardens Elementary scored a 70% proficiency in math, a 56% proficiency in English, and a 54% proficiency in science. And Crestview Elementary fell behind the state standards in standardized testing in English and science, a 68% proficiency in math, a 54% proficiency in English, and a 39% proficiency in science.  

All of these schools either receive pretty good reviews, but some of these schools don’t have enough reviews to offer a comprehensive view of the school, so I recommend reading the reviews that are available on greatschools.org and checking out each school’s individual website to find out some more information. 

However, one Miami Gardens Elementary parent did say, “My son started at this school when he was 4, pre k. I saw him change from being my baby boy and needing me to help him with his homework, to working independently. He still needs my help from time to time, my point is the teachers are great role models. I have much respect for them and what they are striving to do when it comes to our children.” 

Remember, if you’re unsatisfied with any of these elementary schools, you can always check out some of the other elementary schools that are listed in our Pembroke Pines and Miramar city guides.