Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lorah Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lorah Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lorah Park Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
207 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We don't just Fly, We. S.O.A.R.
School Rankings
Lorah Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lorah Park Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#2915 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
37%
38%
Black
62%
21%
White
1%
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
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bellamy The Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorah Park Elementary School's ranking?
Lorah Park Elementary School is ranked #2915 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lorah Park Elementary School?
207 students attend Lorah Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lorah Park Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lorah Park Elementary School?
Lorah Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lorah Park Elementary School offer ?
Lorah Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lorah Park Elementary School part of?
Lorah Park Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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