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Hialeah Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 755 students

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Posted October 1, 2012

I went to Hialeah Elementary from 4-5th grade back in 99'. my son did pre-k and is now in kindergarten and i am super happy that i am able to send him here! the staff is great and it shows that teachers care! i am in the PTA and go to every parent academy meeting not many schools have this! my kid loves all his teachers =) -Marelys Rodriguez
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 16, 2011

Great school and great teachers. Office staff is amazing!! Mrs. Susie Fortich great to kids dedicated to extra curriculum activities, Mr. Jose Bolua is dedicated an infinite number of hours to free tutoring and support ("what a guy"). Last year for my son. As a parent I could not be more greatful to principle Mrs. Naveiras for her upbeat, and positive attitude. Thanks Hialeah Elementary. Maria Fernandez
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 28, 2011

I attended this school from 1953 - 1955 while in the 3rd and 4th grades. I still have fond memories of my time there and the teachers were very understanding and kind.


Posted July 23, 2010

I was a student of this school from1955-1959. I loved my school and its teachers. Can I find evidences of these years???? I passes from 3er to 6th grade there.


Posted March 30, 2008

My son is in kindergarden. He loves to go to school. I am so happy, because he has learned so much. I did not know that at this age kids could learn so much. My son is already reading. My son has had a great year and this will help him threw out all the others. His teacher is great MS. Llanes. There are very little teachers like her. She not only teaches well but she has great patience and and cares for them. My son speaks greatly of her. This makes me have confidense in having him in this school. Thank you Ms.LLanes, never change you are wonderful. A parent that will never forget you and I Know my son will never forget you because to him you are his school angel. Lilliam
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 3, 2008

his school is the best!my daughter has been there for 5 years and since 2nd grd she has been in team class.this is a very good school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 4, 2007

Me and my sisters went to Hialeah Elementary. It came natural to me to allow my kids to go there as well. My kids love their teachers and the staff members. Mrs. Web is one of the best staff members there, and I can say that the principal has done so much for that school. I have seen the changes through out the years. You can tell that she really cares. Keep up the good work!
—Submitted by Dayami G., a parent


Posted September 19, 2006

Hialeah elementary is the best school in the universe. Mrs. Navieras is so dedicated, all the staff are knowledgable to willing to help. They visit homes that families are in need of help, my best friend past away a little over a year ago and her daughter, as well as, my two children attend hialeah elementary and the school pulled together for the 5 children (former students) that my friend left behind. Still after a year & 1/2 of her being gone & her daughter moving on to the middle school, they are still in touch and offer support in anyway they can. Mrs. Webb, mrs. Harris, the office staff, its a pleasure being a hialeah elementary parent. I would recommend this school! No doubt. Hialeah elementary-the best school in the universe.
—Submitted by Tammy Brandstetter, a parent


Posted January 8, 2004

I am the mother of a 6 yr. old boy in first grade. I can honestly say his teacher is very fair and understanding. She has a lot of patience and is willing to work with each and every student. I commend Mrs. Perez for her excellent teaching skills and for being so caring with her students. Good Job Mrs. Perez and Thank You!
—Submitted by Ained Medina, a parent


Posted October 8, 2003

I am the mother of a first grader, and I am very concern when it comes to safety; because the school has no organization what so ever; and no control over situations as when they are conducting an 'open house meeting' in the cafeteria, all the grades the same day. I am very happy that the school has new teachers, full of enthusiasm, I am very satisfied with my son's teacher, she is so good, when you look at her working you can tell she loves what she does 'Mrs. Lob'.
—Submitted by Renatta Pelaez, a parent


Posted August 5, 2003

We need teachers who loves teaching kids. This school don't have that, very little teacher are willing to help the kids. This school need to improve in teacher and focus on helping the kids on a individually basic.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 58% in 2012.

135 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
39%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 56% in 2012.

135 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%

2011

 
 
40%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
55%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2012.

142 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
40%

2011

 
 
47%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 61% in 2012.

142 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
47%
Science

The state average for Science was 51% in 2012.

142 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
35%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 81% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
89%
Scale: % scoring at or above level 3

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) to test students in grades 4, 8 and 10 in writing. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills needed to progress through school. The FCAT writing exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 6. The state considers a score of 3 or above as meeting state standards.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

  • In 2011-2012, this school received a grade of "C".
  • In 2010-2011, this school received a grade of "B".
  • In 2009-2010, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2008-2009, this school received a grade of "A".

About the tests


Florida uses School Grades to measure the overall performance of a school each year on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). Each school is assigned a letter grade (A-F) based on three criteria: the overall performance on the FCAT, the percentage of eligible students who took the test, and whether or not students made progress in reading and math. The School Grades are calculated by adding points earned from each of the performance criteria listed above.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 90% 25%
Black 6% 23%
White 4% 46%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 2%
Multiracial 0% 4%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 83%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 14N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 59%N/A65%
Master's degree 36%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 2%N/A1%
Other degree 4%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Classes taught by non-highly qualified teachers 2%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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550 E 8th St
Hialeah, FL 33010
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Phone: (305) 888-6709

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