Serving 1,223 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Miami Lakes K-8 Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miami Lakes K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Miami Lakes K-8 Center's student population of 1,223 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miami Lakes K-8 Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miami Lakes K-8 Center is 0.15, 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
#789 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
92%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
3%
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
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Lakes K-8 Center's ranking?
Miami Lakes K-8 Center is ranked #789 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Lakes K-8 Center often compared to?
Miami Lakes K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Bob Graham Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Miami Lakes K-8 Center?
1,223 students attend Miami Lakes K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Miami Lakes K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miami Lakes K-8 Center?
Miami Lakes K-8 Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Lakes K-8 Center offer ?
Miami Lakes K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Miami Lakes K-8 Center part of?
Miami Lakes K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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