Serving 1,131 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School 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 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 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: 1,131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School's student population of 1,131 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School 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 West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1065 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
37%
Black
1%
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
57%
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 West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School is ranked #1065 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
West Hialeah Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hialeah Gardens Elementary School, Ernest R. Graham K-8 Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School?
1,131 students attend West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School?
West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School offer ?
West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School part of?
West Hialeah Gardens Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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