Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lorah Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lorah Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lorah Park Elementary School's student population of 212 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
212 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Lorah Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lorah Park Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#2607 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
31%
37%

Black
68%
21%

White
1%
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
67%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorah Park Elementary School's ranking?
Lorah Park Elementary School is ranked #2607 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lorah Park Elementary School?
212 students attend Lorah Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lorah Park Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lorah Park Elementary School?
Lorah Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lorah Park Elementary School offer ?
Lorah Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lorah Park Elementary School part of?
Lorah Park Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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