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Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8

201 182nd Dr
North Miami Beach, FL 33160
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Norman S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles Beach K–8 is part of the Miami-Dade County School District. It educates students from kindergarten through eighth grade from Sunny Isles Beach, Eastern Shores, and Golden Beach. The school opened in 2008.
Serving 1,736 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 1,736 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20% in FL
  • : 72% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8's student population of 1,736 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar

School Rankings

Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#586 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
72%
52%
67%
52%
59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
30%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Seahawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8's ranking?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is ranked #586 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 often compared to?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Aventura City Of Excellence School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8?
1,736 students attend Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 offer ?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 part of?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is part of Miami-Dade School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 1,736 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 72% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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