- MATER ACADEMY — Grades K–5 · 1,521 students
- SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 1,192 students
- SPANISH LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 1,138 students
- WEST HIALEAH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 1,128 students
- DORAL ACADEMY — Grades K–5 · 1,091 students
- DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 1,085 students
- PINECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 1,001 students
- NORMA BUTLER BOSSARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 996 students
- HIALEAH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 995 students
- REDLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 974 students
- KENSINGTON PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 969 students
- JOELLA C. GOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 941 students
- BEN SHEPPARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 927 students
- MATER ACADEMY BAY ELEMENTARY — Grades K–5 · 917 students
- NORTH BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 905 students
- PINECREST GLADES ACADEMY — Grades K–5 · 900 students
- SOUTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 899 students
- RENAISSANCE ELEMENTARY CHARTER SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 876 students
- RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 842 students
- OJUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 835 students
- SHENANDOAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 805 students
- JACK DAVID GORDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 805 students
- SOMERSET ACADEMY — Grades K–5 · 805 students
- HENRY M. FLAGLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 792 students
- MEADOWLANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 786 students
- + 173 more elementary schools
- HIALEAH GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,551 students
- DORAL ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,351 students
- SHENANDOAH MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,231 students
- MATER ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,219 students
- SOUTHWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,063 students
- JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,052 students
- JORGE MAS CANOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,019 students
- HIALEAH MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,002 students
- HERBERT A. AMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 999 students
- ARVIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 989 students
- MIAMI LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 987 students
- HOWARD D. MCMILLAN MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 957 students
- GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 941 students
- CUTLER BAY MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 935 students
- MIAMI BEACH NAUTILUS MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 893 students
- SPORTS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT CHARTER SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHO — Grades 6–8 · 893 students
- ROCKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 888 students
- MATER ACADEMY LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 870 students
- IMATER ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 783 students
- PONCE DE LEON MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 778 students
- KINLOCH PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 746 students
- HIGHLAND OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 736 students
- HENRY H. FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 732 students
- NORTH MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 724 students
- SOUTH MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 720 students
- + 50 more middle schools
- JOHN A. FERGUSON SENIOR HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 4,291 students
- SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 3,382 students
- MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 3,100 students
- HIALEAH GARDENS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 3,009 students
- CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,894 students
- MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,618 students
- SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 2,599 students
- HOMESTEAD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,323 students
- G. HOLMES BRADDOCK SENIOR HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 2,291 students
- DR. MICHAEL M. KROP SENIOR HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 2,165 students
- MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,134 students
- MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 2,082 students
- DORAL ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,073 students
- FELIX VARELA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,935 students
- ROBERT MORGAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,780 students
- NORTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,748 students
- HIALEAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,711 students
- MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,653 students
- TERRA ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE — Grades 9–12 · 1,644 students
- ALONZO & TRACY MOURNING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,633 students
- SOUTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,611 students
- MATER ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,611 students
- AMERICAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,582 students
- MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1,479 students
- MIAMI CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,414 students
- + 71 more high schools
- CORAL REEF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 8–12 · 3,399 students
- BARBARA GOLEMAN SENIOR HIGH — Grades 8–12 · 2,973 students
- MIAMI SOUTHRIDGE SENIOR HIGH — Grades 8–12 · 2,238 students
- AVENTURA WATERWAYS K-8 CENTER — Grades PK–8 · 2,063 students
- KEYS GATE CHARTER SCHOOL — Grades K–8 · 1,950 students
- SOMERSET ACADEMY SILVER PALMS — Grades K–8 · 1,890 students
- MIAMI ARTS STUDIO 6-12 AT ZELDA GLAZER — Grades 6–12 · 1,799 students
- NORMAN S. EDELCUP/SUNNY ISLES BEACH K-8 — Grades PK–8 · 1,729 students
- CITRUS GROVE K-8 CENTER — Grades PK–8 · 1,583 students
- MAST ACADEMY — Grades 6–12 · 1,571 students
- DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER UPPER SCHOOL — Grades 6–12 · 1,500 students
- TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY — Grades K–12 · 1,450 students
- PALM SPRINGS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–8 · 1,422 students
- BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER — Grades PK–8 · 1,404 students
- KIPP MIAMI-LIBERTY CITY — Grades K–12 · 1,359 students
- BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF MIAMI DADE — Grades K–12 · 1,316 students
- SOUTH DADE MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 4–8 · 1,304 students
- RONALD W. REAGAN/DORAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 8–12 · 1,288 students
- RUTH K. BROAD BAY HARBOR K-8 CENTER — Grades PK–8 · 1,257 students
- DAVID LAWRENCE JR. K-8 CENTER — Grades PK–8 · 1,246 students
- MATER GROVE ACADEMY — Grades K–8 · 1,233 students
- MIAMI LAKES K-8 CENTER — Grades PK–8 · 1,196 students
- ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL PREPARATORY — Grades K–8 · 1,172 students
- GATEWAY ENVIRONMENTAL K-8 LEARNING CENTER — Grades PK–8 · 1,165 students
- COCONUT PALM K-8 ACADEMY — Grades PK–8 · 1,159 students
- + 150 more other schools
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| Metric | Dade County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 334,090 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 542 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,231/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 74 rated districts in FL → 72nd percentile → 8/10.
Source: Florida Dept. of Education FAST ELA & Mathematics, 2024. Full methodology →
About Dade County School District
Zip code 33161 in Dade, Florida is served by Dade County School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Dade County School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
With a rating of 8/10 (above average), Dade County School District ranks among Florida’s above average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Florida’s FAST ELA & Mathematics assessments (2024 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Florida is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Dade County School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Florida. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 33161
Children in zip code 33161 are assigned to Dade County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 33161, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Dade County School District at (305)995-1000 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Florida districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Miami
For families considering a purchase in the Dade area, district assignment matters financially. Because Dade County School District serves zip code 33161, homes in and around zip code 33161 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Florida, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Dade County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 33161.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Dade County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 33161 data.