Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Zora Neale Hurston 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 61% (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 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School serves the northern part of Miami, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 34.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.7 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
I have the nerve to walk my own way, however hard, in my search for reality, rather than climb upon the rattling wagon of wishful illusions.
School Rankings
Zora Neale Hurston 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 Zora Neale Hurston 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
#1146 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School's ranking?
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School is ranked #1146 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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, Joe Hall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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?
459 students attend Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School?
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School offer ?
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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