Serving 1,138 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spanish Lake 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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: 1,138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spanish Lake Elementary School serves the northeast part of Hialeah, FL, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spanish Lake Elementary School's student population of 1,138 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,138 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spanish Lake 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 Spanish Lake Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1059 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)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Spanish Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Spanish Lake Elementary School is ranked #1059 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Spanish Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Spanish Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Springs North Elementary School, Joella C. Good Elementary School 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 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Spanish Lake Elementary School?
1,138 students attend Spanish Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Spanish Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spanish Lake Elementary School?
Spanish Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spanish Lake Elementary School offer ?
Spanish Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spanish Lake Elementary School part of?
Spanish Lake Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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