Summary and Overall Rating
Calusa Elementary School is a Title I public school in southwest Miami, serving PreK through grade 5. It consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, earning high marks for academic achievement, small class sizes, strong proficiency in math and reading, and a Gifted & Talented program. However, it operates under Miami Dade County Public Schools, which mandates gender identity affirmation and LGBTQ inclusive policies from the earliest grades.
From a traditional or faith based perspective, Calusa Elementary is rated 3.5 out of 10 for alignment with conservative values. The school environment is academically excellent and supportive, but district wide identity policies and a reported incident involving nearby safety issues may raise concerns for some families.