Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Hialeah 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 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower 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: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Hialeah Elementary School serves the northeast part of Hialeah, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Hialeah Elementary School's student population of 478 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
To maximize the potential of each child by fostering and creating life-long learners in a challenging and balanced 21st-century environment.
School Rankings
North Hialeah 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 North Hialeah Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1280 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2014–2025. 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)25.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 North Hialeah Elementary School's ranking?
North Hialeah Elementary School is ranked #1280 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Hialeah Elementary School?
478 students attend North Hialeah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of North Hialeah Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Hialeah Elementary School?
North Hialeah Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Hialeah Elementary School offer ?
North Hialeah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Hialeah Elementary School part of?
North Hialeah Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
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