For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,542 students in 33177, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33177, FL are Herbert A. Ammons Middle School, Somerset Academy and Academir Charter School Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33177 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33177, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33177, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Herbert A. Ammons Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17990 Sw 142nd Ave
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 971-0158
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 971-0158
Gr: 6-8 | 999 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Somerset Academy
Charter School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
18491 Sw 134th Ave
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 969-6074
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 969-6074
Gr: K-5 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Academir Charter School Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19185 Sw 127th Ave
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 964-7542
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 964-7542
Gr: K-8 | 1,172 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Somerset Academy Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19701 Sw 127th Ave
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 971-9851
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 971-9851
Gr: 6-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
South Miami Heights Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12231 Sw 190th Ter
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 238-6610
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 238-6610
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Miami Heights Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17661 Sw 117th Ave
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 238-3602
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 238-3602
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Caribbean K-8 Center
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11990 Sw 200th St
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 233-7131
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 233-7131
Gr: PK-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Academir Charter School Elementary South
Charter School
14105 Sw 184th St
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 235-6599
Miami, FL 33177
(305) 235-6599
Gr: K-5 | 128 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33177, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33177, FL include Herbert A. Ammons Middle School, Somerset Academy and Academir Charter School Preparatory.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33177?
8 public elementary schools are located in 33177.
What is the racial composition of students in 33177?
33177 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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