Serving 899 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Hialeah Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Hialeah Elementary School serves the northeast part of Hialeah, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hialeah Elementary School's student population of 899 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
899 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
South 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 South 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
#1360 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hialeah Elementary School's ranking?
South Hialeah Elementary School is ranked #1360 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Hialeah Elementary School often compared to?
South Hialeah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hialeah Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Hialeah Elementary School?
899 students attend South Hialeah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of South Hialeah Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Hialeah Elementary School?
South Hialeah Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Hialeah Elementary School offer ?
South Hialeah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Hialeah Elementary School part of?
South Hialeah Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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