Excellent
#430 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 11% in state
Arcola Lake Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
1037 NW 81ST ST, Miami, FL 33150
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#430 of 3,778
In Miami
#57 of 280
public schools
In district
#90 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Arcola Lake Elementary School
Arcola Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Arcola Lake Elementary School serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Arcola Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #430 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Arcola Lake Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Arcola Lake Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Arcola Lake Elementary School — Students at Arcola Lake Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Arcola Lake Elementary School Compares
See how Arcola Lake Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1037 NW 81ST ST, Miami, FL 33150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arcola Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THENA CROWDER EARLY CHILDHOOD DIAGNOSTIC SPECIAL EDUCATION (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EDISON PARK K-8 CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, JESSE J. MCCRARY JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,802
Median Home Value
$377,700
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
31,936
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
29.7%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
35.8
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| BALDWIN PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 8.5 |
| BALLAST POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.5 |
| BESSEY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm City, FL | 8.5 |
| CALLAHAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Callahan, FL | 8.5 |
| DR. EDWARD L. WHIGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cutler Bay, FL | 8.5 |
| E.W.F. STIRRUP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arcola Lake Elementary School
What grades does Arcola Lake Elementary School serve?
Arcola Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Arcola Lake Elementary School?
Arcola Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arcola Lake Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Arcola Lake Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arcola Lake Elementary School rank in FL?
Arcola Lake Elementary School ranks #430 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Arcola Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Arcola Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arcola Lake Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arcola Lake Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Arcola Lake Elementary School a charter school?
No, Arcola Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arcola Lake Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Arcola Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arcola Lake Elementary School?
71.9% of students at Arcola Lake Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 556
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (305) 836-2820
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #90 of 497
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