Pinecrest Cove Academy vs Tropical Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 465 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pinecrest Cove Academy
Miami · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
938 students
Tropical Elementary School
Miami · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
367 students
| Measure | Pinecrest Cove Academy Miami, Florida | Tropical Elementary School Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #582 of 2,187 | #831 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #9066 of 50,301 | #13458 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 938 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 938 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.7% | 45% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 57% |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pinecrest Cove Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.3 vs 67.0).
- •Pinecrest Cove Academy does better on math proficiency (86% vs 57%).
- •Pinecrest Cove Academy does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 57%).
- •Tropical Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45% vs 55.7%).
- •Tropical Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 21.3).
- •Pinecrest Cove Academy is the larger school with 938 students compared with 367.
- •Pinecrest Cove Academy is a charter school while Tropical Elementary School is a public 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 Pinecrest Cove Academy better than Tropical Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pinecrest Cove Academy ranks higher (73.3 vs 67.0 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 Pinecrest Cove Academy and Tropical Elementary School?
About 465 m in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pinecrest Cove Academy: 938. Tropical Elementary School: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pinecrest Cove Academy and Tropical Elementary School rank in Florida?
Pinecrest Cove Academy is 582nd of 2,187 and Tropical Elementary School is 831st of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).