Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary vs Pinecrest Academy (North Campus)
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary
Miami · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
540 students
Pinecrest Academy (North Campus)
Miami · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
468 students
| Measure | Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary Miami, Florida | Pinecrest Academy (North Campus) Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #389 of 2,187 | #602 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #6014 of 50,301 | #9404 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 540 | 468 |
| Enrollment | 540 | 468 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.2% | 65.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 95% |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.2 vs 72.8).
- •Pinecrest Academy (North Campus) does better on math proficiency (95% vs 86%).
- •Pinecrest Academy (North Campus) does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 77%).
- •Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.2% vs 65.4%).
- •Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 19.5).
- •Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary is the larger school with 540 students compared with 468.
- •Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary is a public school while Pinecrest Academy (North Campus) is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary better than Pinecrest Academy (North Campus)?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary ranks higher (78.2 vs 72.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary and Pinecrest Academy (North Campus)?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary: 540. Pinecrest Academy (North Campus): 468. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary and Pinecrest Academy (North Campus) rank in Florida?
Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary is 389th of 2,187 and Pinecrest Academy (North Campus) is 602nd of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).