Overview

Miami Heights Elementary School is a public school in Miami, FL, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Cambridge International curriculum. It is one of 346 elementary schools in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

School Rating

Miami Heights Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Florida with the same grade levels.
5/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

17661 Southwest 117th Avenue
Miami, FL 33177
School leader: Mr Jason S Saunders
(305) 238-3602
(305) 233-0991
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