Serving 786 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadowlane Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadowlane Elementary School serves the northeast part of Hialeah, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowlane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meadowlane Elementary School's student population of 786 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
786 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadowlane Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowlane 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
#931 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
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 ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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
Orange and White
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowlane Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowlane Elementary School is ranked #931 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Meadowlane Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowlane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary School, Imater Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Meadowlane Elementary School?
786 students attend Meadowlane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Meadowlane Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadowlane Elementary School?
Meadowlane Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadowlane Elementary School offer ?
Meadowlane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadowlane Elementary School part of?
Meadowlane Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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