Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mae M. Walters Elementary School ranks in the top 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: MAE M. WALTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northeast part of Hialeah, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mae M. Walters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Mae M. Walters Elementary School's student population of 620 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
620 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mae M. Walters Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mae M. Walters Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#1223 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2007–2025. 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)25.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 Mae M. Walters Elementary School's ranking?
Mae M. Walters Elementary School is ranked #1223 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mae M. Walters Elementary School?
620 students attend Mae M. Walters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mae M. Walters Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mae M. Walters Elementary School?
Mae M. Walters Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mae M. Walters Elementary School offer ?
Mae M. Walters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mae M. Walters Elementary School part of?
Mae M. Walters Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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