Serving 995 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hialeah Gardens Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hialeah Gardens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hialeah Gardens Elementary School's student population of 995 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
995 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Rankings
Hialeah Gardens Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hialeah Gardens 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
#700 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
95%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
2%
34%
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
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hialeah Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Hialeah Gardens Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hialeah Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Hialeah Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mater Gardens Academy, Ernest R. Graham K-8 Academy 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 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hialeah Gardens Elementary School?
995 students attend Hialeah Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hialeah Gardens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hialeah Gardens Elementary School?
Hialeah Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hialeah Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Hialeah Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hialeah Gardens Elementary School part of?
Hialeah Gardens Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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