DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.ddces.org

Charter School 1,085 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School (DDCES) is a high-performing, tuition-free public charter school located in the heart of the Downtown Doral community. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-regarded for its rigorous academic curriculum and its focus on cultivating a global perspective. A hallmark of the school is its trilingual program, where students are provided with the opportunity to develop proficiency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, reflecting the diverse and international demographic of the surrounding area.

Beyond its language initiatives, DDCES emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that integrates technology, the arts, and character development into daily learning. The school is known for its strong partnership with the local community and parents, fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes academic excellence and innovation. With modern facilities and a commitment to preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century, the school consistently maintains a reputation as a top-tier choice for families seeking an enriching, multicultural elementary education in South Florida.

1,085

Total Students

69.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

18.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	75
Hispanic	984
Black	8
Asian	13
Two or More	4
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
984 (90.7%)
White
75 (6.9%)
Asian
13 (1.2%)
Black
8 (0.7%)
Two or More
4 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	MIAMI-DADE
Phone:	(305)569-2223
Website:	http://www.ddces.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	1,085
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	69.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	154
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	47

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 176

Grade 1 180

Grade 2 185

Grade 3 186

Grade 4 178

Grade 5 180

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	176
Grade 1	180
Grade 2	185
Grade 3	186
Grade 4	178
Grade 5	180

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	569	52.4%
Male	516	47.6%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)