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Vineland K-8 Center

Public | PK-8 | 853 students

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5 stars

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Posted May 14, 2013

Vineland elementary has been superior toward the development and education of my child. When we moved in the are before she was in kindergarten we didn't know what to expect other then that we had heard it was a great school. Not only is it a great school the teachers that she has had have been excellent with their patience and helping my child be come a great student and truly love to learn. I also have been so happy with the type of kids that attend Vineland and the friends she has made just are incredible. I wouldn't choose another school for my child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 19, 2012

I never knew of Vineland when I moved to our new home in 2006, I visited several private schools after enrolling my daughter in kindergarten. Most private school's had an average class size of 32 students and my daughter 19 students a teacher and assistant. It would have been a disservice to my daughter to remove her from this environment. PK 4 was full so I had to enroll my son in Concordia (an excellent private school thru kinder)Long story short both my children have been in Vineland since. My daughter is starting middle school and my son is in fifth grade,. The principle is SO SO involved and accessiable. PTA Amazimg. It's so intimate that every teacher knows your child weather or not they taught them. I consider myself Blessed. Vineland is the best kept SECRET!!!!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 9, 2012

excellent!!! the office staff is great! the teachers are great too! I love the school and I wish they will go up to 12th grade!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 3, 2012

Excellent programs especially the music teacher, Mr Sharp and the ar teacher Mr Rizzo Superior 6th grade teacher, K Bodenhammer


Posted April 26, 2012

Vineland is a great school where kids can learn alot of things. In Vineland kids can make many friends. Vineland has excellent teachers, strong principal/school leadership and challenging academic programs.Vineland is the best school ever. I have been in Vineland three years and I wish I never left.


Posted March 24, 2011

i been in vineland since i was in 2ed grade n i left last year in 6th grade & vineland though me alot....... ilove that school and i wish i never left


Posted September 2, 2010

My three children attend Vineland. My older tow are now in the Upper Accademy and I am very pleased with the results. I love the positive enviroment. This is the first year that it is a full K8 and I'm please with the electives, I m pleased with the teachers and the school is enriched with good leadership. It is small compared to a big middle school but to me knowing my children are getting a good education in a safe enviroment is very valuable.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 26, 2010

Before i went to this school, i went to Palmetto Elementary. then for middle school, i came to the newly renovated, not-yet finished 'middle school'. the middle school is about a year and a half old. Since this is my first year, im meeting all the kids and ive had ALOT of problems and some of my only friends tell me that theyve had problems ever single year theyve been there. the teachers are nice, but the scchool is WAY to small and were stuck in the same four classes the whole day.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

Great parent and PTA involvement !
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 31, 2009

I love vineland and i miss it so much last year i was there and now i am in washington state and i wish i could go back to vineland because i miss mrs bascuse,mrs rodrigez, mrs blandon,mrs rosen coach booher coach sperlling and of course all the great wonderful memories and friends and tales and stories that shall go on for as long as vineland lives long live vineland love victoria c. M
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 31, 2009

love this school the best so far.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 6, 2007

I have to say I'm more than pleased with this school. The teachers are more than experienced and it reflects in my daughter's progress. The parents are all very involved in the children's education which holds the school accountable. And I also love the area in which the school is located. This is my daughter's first year at Vineland and her progress is tremendous! I'd definitely recommend this school to other parents.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 18, 2006

My daughter has attended Vineland for the past 3 years and I couldn't be happier with the staff, teachers and location.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 26, 2005

A small public school with outstanding parent involvement. Classes are large with 24 students in PREK4 with 1 teacher and 1 assistant. Kindergarten has over 30 students. Teachers seem to really care about the students and it has been a positive experience for my child so far this year (2005-2006). The new principal looks to be very experienced and professional and is very accesible to the parents.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 2, 2005

This is an excellent school. Our five children have been blessed to have been able to attend this school. All the teachers care very much and put great effort into making sure their students learn. Parent involvement is incredible. This is an ideal school!
—Submitted by Cary Cobo, a parent


Posted April 18, 2005

Good school. Small town feel.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 30, 2005

The school has some wonderful teachers who encourage my children to love learning. I would really love to see some plays put on by the students and an expanded arts program as well as some field trips to other cities that could help our children learn about other places. A new principal has just started so we hope the school gets even better.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 3, 2005

This is a quality school with excellant teachers. I've been very please with the education that my children have recieved for the past 7 years. My daughter who is in middle school was well prepared for entering the 6th grade.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 17, 2004

Vineland is a wonderful school filled with fablous teachers and an excellent principal. The school prides itself in creating a challenging and rigorous academic program, while creating a nurturing and community environment for the children. Vineland is wonderful.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted July 30, 2004

My husband and I have had the great opportunity to send all three of our children to Vineland Elementary. The principal, teachers and staff are wonderful and dedicated to every child that attends the school. Our children love the school and have always felt the love, attention and dedication that these teachers, staff, and the principal have given them. I feel this school far exceeds my expectations because of the wonderful job they do. They care about our children's well being and are always striving to provide our children with the best education possible.
—Submitted by Vivian Valderrama, a parent


Posted July 30, 2004

My wife and are fortunate to have our children attending this school. The dedication and commitment by the school's principal, teachers and staff are superb.
—Submitted by Victor, 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.

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
65%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 56% in 2012.

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
81%
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.

102 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2012.

102 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
78%
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.

107 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
72%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 61% in 2012.

107 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
82%
Science

The state average for Science was 51% in 2012.

107 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%
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.

99 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 57% in 2012.

99 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
81%
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.

74 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 58% in 2012.

74 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
71%
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.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 55% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
86%
Science

The state average for Science was 46% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%
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.

102 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%
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.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
n/a
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.

23 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%
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 44% 25%
White 34% 46%
Black 16% 23%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 2%
Multiracial 3% 4%
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 32%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 13N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 39%N/A65%
Master's degree 53%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 0%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 3%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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8455 SW 119th St
Miami, FL 33156
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Phone: (305) 238-7931

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