Local Schools Near West Avenue, Miami Beach, 33139

Schools near West Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (South Beach area)

West Avenue runs through the heart of South Beach, so the closest public schools are part of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Below are the most relevant options within ~2–3 miles, with approximate GreatSchools ratings (out of 10, based on latest available data) and key details.

Elementary Schools

• South Pointe Elementary School (Public, PK–5) Distance: ~0.5–0.8 miles (very walkable) Rating: 6/10 Strong in reading growth; diverse student body; serves the immediate South Beach neighborhood.

• Fienberg/Fisher K–8 Center (Public, K–8) Distance: ~1.2 miles Rating: 5/10 Combines elementary and middle; convenient one-stop option for younger students.

Middle Schools

• Nautilus Middle School (Public, 6–8) Distance: ~1.8 miles Rating: 6/10 Above-average in math proficiency; offers magnet programs and extracurriculars.

High Schools

• Miami Beach Senior High School (Public, 9–12) Distance: ~2.0 miles Rating: 5/10 Largest neighborhood high school; offers IB and AP courses; solid college-prep options for the area.

Other Nearby Options

• Mater Academy Miami Beach (Charter, K–8) – ~1.5 miles, rating 7/10 (stronger academics than many district schools).
• Private schools in/near 33139:
• Miami Beach Day School (Private, PK–8) – highly regarded, smaller class sizes.
• Fisher Island Day School (Private) – accessible by ferry, premium option.

Notes: - Ratings can fluctuate yearly; check GreatSchools.org or the Miami-Dade County Public Schools site for the most current test scores and reviews. - Many families in the 33139 zip code also consider nearby charters or private options due to varying public school performance. - For the latest enrollment, boundaries, or tours, contact Miami-Dade County Public Schools or visit the individual school websites.

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