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Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8 Center

Public | PK-8 | 1205 students

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4 stars

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Posted July 22, 2012

We are very pleased with this school. Our son will be going into 1st grade and he can't wait to start this year after a great kindergarten year! Wonderful principal, great communication, wonderful staff and parents!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 19, 2012

We are very pleased with the school. Our daughter has been there for three years and will be starting fifth grade this fall. She had a wonderful teacher last year, Mrs. Bucalo, who inspired and motivated the class throughout the year. The administration and principal are well organized, vigilent and caring about their students and the community. My child has recently started counting the days until school starts; now that's a good sign!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 30, 2012

I have been extremely happy with this School. My daughter came from Brazil in the middle of the school year, and the teachers / staff have been so wonderful and helpefull to her. They are great and I'm very please with all that.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 31, 2010

i have been going to this school since i was in kindergarten. i graduated from 8th grade last year. i have to say that i got the best education and teachers every year. the staff is very nice and you learn a lot with the teachers. every staff member and teacher at this school knows what they are doing and does their best. a lot of the teachers at this school have been teaching here for over 20/30 years.


Posted November 18, 2010

Ruth K. Broad is a needle in a haystack.. This is an extraordinary school. I know this because I go to many schools in Dade-County to do lectures. I have seen it all. This school is one of a kind. Some parents don't understand this because they have not seen the other schools in the county.. They are overcrowded. The children don't even have their own classrooms.. They are separated not by walls but by a blackboards. Our school is haven for learning the teachers are outstanding and the PTA is none to surpass if your child is in this school say a blessing every day.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 4, 2010

I love Ruth K. Broad Elem. because it is a joy to come and teach. I have supporting administration, parents, and colleagues. I can't say enough for my parents. They are concerned if I need anything or if there child is making progress. I can sit anad talk and discuss solutions if needed. The school is school friendly. The P.T.A. is outstanding. I have my materials to teach with and if not I am provided with them. The atmosphere at my school is (mulicious) that means good. I get an extra bonus by coming to my school because I cross the bridge and see the ocean. Great scenery that allows me to have peace sometimes.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 30, 2010

This is a wonderful learning evironment for our kids. The principal, staff and teachers are very caring and supportive. This school is a model for what all public schools should be like.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 30, 2010

This is an awesome school with great teachers, involved parents, and a supportive community.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 30, 2010

Great school, awesome teachers!!! The Best!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 30, 2010

Because it provides a great learning experience to my little brother!


Posted September 29, 2010

They cares about my kids and the teachers are great.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 29, 2010

This is a tremendous school. The principal is loving, caring, compassionate. The teachers are superb and hard working. The PTA is sensational... always there to lend a hand whatever way they can. A child is fortunate to go to schol at Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 29, 2010

RKBBH K-8 is an excellent school. I am a teacher there and my child attends the school as well. We have been an "A" school for many years and we won't stop.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2010

Great school with a very active PTA always there to help! The principal is the best! Teachers are top quality and have a group of volunteers always willng to lend a helping hand.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 27, 2010

The teachers, parents and administrators all care about the success of the school and its students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 23, 2010

the involvement of the community in the school is outstanding
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 23, 2010

The classes are challenging and fun at the same time.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 23, 2010

RKBBHK-8 is a great school because of the dedicated teachers, staff and administration who put the kids and their needs first. The school provides an excellent learning environment and tries its best to support all children to reach their unique potential. As in any endeavor, there are still possibilities for improvement, but there are also those who are eager to do everything in their power to make such improvements.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 23, 2010

RKBBHK-8 center has tought our family what TEAM WORK means we all make a positive difference by participating, helping, understanding. This is for our kids and our nation.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2010

Great community school with lots of support for the kids
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 58% in 2012.

149 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
81%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 56% in 2012.

149 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
67%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

115 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
86%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2012.

115 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
86%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2012.

173 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 61% in 2012.

173 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
72%
Science

The state average for Science was 51% in 2012.

173 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 57% in 2012.

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
86%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 56% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 58% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
77%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
86%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 55% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
70%
Science

The state average for Science was 46% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 81% in 2012.

115 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
98%
Scale: % scoring at or above level 3

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) to test students in grades 4, 8 and 10 in writing. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills needed to progress through school. The FCAT writing exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 6. The state considers a score of 3 or above as meeting state standards.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 78% in 2012.

123 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
96%
Scale: % scoring at or above level 3

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) to test students in grades 4, 8 and 10 in writing. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills needed to progress through school. The FCAT writing exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 6. The state considers a score of 3 or above as meeting state standards.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

  • In 2011-2012, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2010-2011, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2009-2010, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2008-2009, this school received a grade of "A".

About the tests


Florida uses School Grades to measure the overall performance of a school each year on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). Each school is assigned a letter grade (A-F) based on three criteria: the overall performance on the FCAT, the percentage of eligible students who took the test, and whether or not students made progress in reading and math. The School Grades are calculated by adding points earned from each of the performance criteria listed above.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 59% in 2012.

43 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
97%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the End-of-Course Assessments (EOC) to test students in Algebra 1. The EOC is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The Algebra 1 EOC has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 52% 25%
White 39% 46%
Multiracial 4% 4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
Black 2% 23%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 35%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 14N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 47%N/A65%
Master's degree 44%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 2%N/A1%
Other degree 8%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Classes taught by non-highly qualified teachers 4%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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1155 93rd St
Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154
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Phone: (305) 865-7912

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