Serving 828 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Hialeah Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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: 828 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Hialeah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Hialeah Elementary School's student population of 828 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
828 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Hialeah Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Hialeah Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1407 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
97%
37%
Black
2%
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
74%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hialeah Elementary School's ranking?
South Hialeah Elementary School is ranked #1407 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Hialeah Elementary School often compared to?
South Hialeah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hialeah Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Hialeah Elementary School?
828 students attend South Hialeah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of South Hialeah Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Hialeah Elementary School?
South Hialeah Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Hialeah Elementary School offer ?
South Hialeah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Hialeah Elementary School part of?
South Hialeah Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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