Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kendale Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kendale Lakes Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kendale Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kendale Lakes Elementary School's student population of 693 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kendale Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kendale Lakes 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
#459 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
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)20.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Khaki
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kendale Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Kendale Lakes Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kendale Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Kendale Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winston Park K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kendale Lakes Elementary School?
693 students attend Kendale Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kendale Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kendale Lakes Elementary School?
Kendale Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kendale Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Kendale Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kendale Lakes Elementary School part of?
Kendale Lakes Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Kendale Lakes Elementary School located?
Kendale Lakes Elementary School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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