Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kendale Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kendale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kendale Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kendale Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kendale Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#360 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
88%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kendale Elementary School's ranking?
Kendale Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kendale Elementary School often compared to?
Kendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Park Elementary School, William H. Lehman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kendale Elementary School?
343 students attend Kendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kendale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kendale Elementary School?
Kendale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kendale Elementary School offer ?
Kendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kendale Elementary School part of?
Kendale Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
1 3/16/2020
This school okay in academics, but overall handling students is a no.
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