Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arcola Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arcola Lake Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcola Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Arcola Lake Elementary School's student population of 601 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arcola Lake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcola Lake Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2031 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcola Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Arcola Lake Elementary School is ranked #2031 out of 3,662 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Arcola Lake Elementary School?
601 students attend Arcola Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Arcola Lake Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arcola Lake Elementary School?
Arcola Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arcola Lake Elementary School offer ?
Arcola Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arcola Lake Elementary School part of?
Arcola Lake Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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