Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kendale 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher 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 94% 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: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kendale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kendale Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kendale 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 Kendale Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#442 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
87%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
6%
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
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kendale Elementary School's ranking?
Kendale Elementary School is ranked #442 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kendale Elementary School often compared to?
Kendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William H. Lehman Elementary School, Sunset Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kendale Elementary School?
348 students attend Kendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kendale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kendale Elementary School?
Kendale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kendale Elementary School offer ?
Kendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kendale Elementary School part of?
Kendale Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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