Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: James H. Bright Elementary and J.W. Johnson Elementary serve the northeast part of Hialeah, Florida, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child Succeeds
School Rankings
James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson 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 James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#2100 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Hispanic
95%
38%
Black
5%
21%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School is ranked #2100 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowlane Elementary School, Imater Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School?
452 students attend James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School?
James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School offer ?
James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School part of?
James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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