Serving 632 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maya Angelou 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 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maya Angelou Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Maya Angelou Elementary School's student population of 632 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maya Angelou 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 Maya Angelou Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#2203 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
93%
37%
Black
6%
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
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maya Angelou Elementary School's ranking?
Maya Angelou Elementary School is ranked #2203 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Maya Angelou Elementary School often compared to?
Maya Angelou Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Comstock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Maya Angelou Elementary School?
632 students attend Maya Angelou Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Maya Angelou Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maya Angelou Elementary School?
Maya Angelou Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maya Angelou Elementary School offer ?
Maya Angelou Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maya Angelou Elementary School part of?
Maya Angelou Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Maya Angelou Elementary School located?
Maya Angelou Elementary School is located in the Allapattah neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 10 other public schools located in Allapattah.
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