Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Robert B. Ingram 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DR. ROBERT B. INGRAM/OPA-LOCKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northeast part of Opa Locka, FL, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Robert B. Ingram 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 Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#2998 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
63%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
34%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)83.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School is ranked #2998 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School?
232 students attend Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School?
Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School part of?
Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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