Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#800 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
96%
36%
Black
n/a
21%
White
3%
36%
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
69%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School's ranking?
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School is ranked #800 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School often compared to?
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wesley Matthews Elementary School, Greenglade Elementary School, Joe Hall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School?
428 students attend Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School?
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School offer ?
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School part of?
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School located?
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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