Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School

Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
2000 NW 46th St,  Miami, FL
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
3.0
300 Students
C+
Niche Grade
At Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School, the educators and staff give students an environment that encourages learning, both academically and socially. The home of the Cougars, Kelsey L. Pharr has a diverse student body of approximately 450 Pre-K through fifth grade students. Through their years at Pharr Elementary, kids are taught a traditional curriculum, featuring reading and language arts, mathematics, science, and writing, complemented by studies in music and physical education. English for Speakers of Other Languages is also provided for students who come from non-English-speaking homes. During recess, kids can have fun on the school’s playground, where slides, tubes and climbing features inspire imaginations and encourage fun. For athletic kids, three basketball courts and expansive open, grassy fields offer unlimited possibilities for running and playing sports. Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary is backed an active PTA that sponsors frequent events and fundraisers for the school, helping families get to know each other while supporting their children’s education. In addition, the school provides parents with resources to help them keep the learning going at home, such as summer resources, reading materials, and more. At Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School, kids get a solid start to learning, preparing them for middle school and beyond.

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Teandra E Calixte
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
32%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
47%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
18
Full Time Teachers
18
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.8%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
7%
State Average
20%
Science
24%
State Average
23%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
342:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.1%
Female
48.9%
Hispanic
61.1%
Black
37.9%
White
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 4 Reviews
5.0 other
7/26/2020
Top notch for the education I received
5.0 other
12/21/2014
Dr. Sampson is doing great things at K.P. Elementary. Looking forward to 2015 and beyond.
1.0 parent
3/25/2012
Put my son here took him out in 3 days what a joke. Even the teacher said take your son out of here.
1.0 parent
2/27/2007

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Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Miami, FL, in the Brownsville neighborhood, and is served by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 300 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $792,560. Discover additional schools in the area, like Miami Jackson Senior High School, Miami Girls Academy, Graduation Alliance, and more. Learn more about what Miami has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School.

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