Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shadowlawn 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadowlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Shadowlawn Elementary School's student population of 127 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shadowlawn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shadowlawn Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1683 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
83%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadowlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Shadowlawn Elementary School is ranked #1683 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Shadowlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Shadowlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eneida M. Hartner Elementary School, Toussaint L'ouverture Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Shadowlawn Elementary School?
127 students attend Shadowlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Shadowlawn Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shadowlawn Elementary School?
Shadowlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shadowlawn Elementary School offer ?
Shadowlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shadowlawn Elementary School part of?
Shadowlawn Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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