Serving 1,666 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Citrus Grove K-8 Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Citrus Grove K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Citrus Grove K-8 Center's student population of 1,666 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Citrus Grove K-8 Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Citrus Grove K-8 Center is 0.10, 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
#2930 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
95%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
1%
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
56%
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 Citrus Grove K-8 Center's ranking?
Citrus Grove K-8 Center is ranked #2930 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Citrus Grove K-8 Center often compared to?
Citrus Grove K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Kensington Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Citrus Grove K-8 Center?
1,666 students attend Citrus Grove K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Citrus Grove K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Citrus Grove K-8 Center?
Citrus Grove K-8 Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Citrus Grove K-8 Center offer ?
Citrus Grove K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Citrus Grove K-8 Center part of?
Citrus Grove K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Citrus Grove K-8 Center located?
Citrus Grove K-8 Center is located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 19 other public schools located in Little Havana.
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