Brickell Key School Earns 'A' in Florida DOE 2026 Report Card

Brickell Key School, the public magnet K-8 located at 200 Reynolds Street on the island of Brickell Key, earned an overall 'A' grade in the Florida Department of Education's 2026 School Accountability Report, released this week. The school excelled in key areas including achievement, growth and learning gains, according to data from the official EduData Portal at edudata.fldoe.org/ReportCards/Schools.html. Specific metrics show Brickell Key School scoring high in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency, with notable progress among English language learners and students with disabilities. The report highlights a 95% graduation rate equivalent for upper grades and strong performance in science, based on FAST assessment results from the 2025-2026 academic year. Principal Maria Gonzalez credited the staff's focus on individualized learning plans in a statement to parents shared via the school's official website. Miami-Dade County Public Schools, which oversees Brickell Key School, confirmed the rating aligns with district-wide improvements under Superintendent Frank Menendez. The school's location near Brickell Avenue and the Miami River serves families in the high-density urban neighborhood, drawing students from across District 2. Access the full report by searching 'Brickell Key School' in the DOE's School Report Cards section. This 'A' rating marks the fourth consecutive year of top honors for the school, maintaining its status as a choice option amid rising demand for magnet programs in Brickell. Parents like those in the Brickell Key Condominium Association have praised the results at recent community meetings at the Island Clubhouse on Brickell Key Boulevard. The Florida DOE's methodology, outlined in the School Grades guide, weights 100% of the score on student outcomes post-pandemic adjustments. For Brickell residents, the strong performance underscores quality public education options near high-rise condos like the Icon and Axis. The report is available directly from the state portal, with exportable charts detailing subgroup data relevant to the area's diverse population.