Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Gilbert L. Porter 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 53% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School's student population of 585 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
The School of Discovery
School Rankings
Dr. Gilbert L. Porter 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 Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1274 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
91%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School is ranked #1274 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christina M. Eve Elementary School, Oliver Hoover 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School?
585 students attend Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School?
Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School part of?
Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School located?
Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
School Reviews
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