Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kendale Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kendale Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kendale Lakes Elementary School's student population of 692 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Kendale Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kendale Lakes 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
#555 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
95%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
3%
35%
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
50%
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 Kendale Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Kendale Lakes Elementary School is ranked #555 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kendale Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Kendale Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winston Park K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kendale Lakes Elementary School?
692 students attend Kendale Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kendale Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kendale Lakes Elementary School?
Kendale Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kendale Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Kendale Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kendale Lakes Elementary School part of?
Kendale Lakes Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Kendale Lakes Elementary School located?
Kendale Lakes 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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