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Very Good

#827 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 22% in state

Ben Sheppard Elementary School

Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE

5700 W 24TH AVE, Hialeah, FL 33016

Enrollment

939

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#827 of 3,778

In Hialeah

#10 of 45

public schools

In district

#154 of 497

MIAMI-DADE

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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7.8/10

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About Ben Sheppard Elementary School

Ben Sheppard Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hialeah, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Ben Sheppard Elementary School serves approximately 939 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Sheppard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #827 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Ben Sheppard Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-2.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,066
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Ben Sheppard Elementary School — Students at Ben Sheppard Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
63.1%
ELA
63.1%
2024
Math
58%
ELA
47.7%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Ben Sheppard Elementary School Compares

See how Ben Sheppard Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in FL
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5700 W 24TH AVE, Hialeah, FL 33016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ben Sheppard Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST HIALEAH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hialeah Gardens), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MATER ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hialeah Gardens), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MARCUS A. MILAM K-8 CENTER (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hialeah, see our Hialeah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SNOW WHITE & THE SEVEN DWARFS SCHOOL Hialeah 0.1 mi 3.7
JOSE MARTI MAST 6-12 ACADEMY Hialeah 0.1 mi 8.8
GROWING TREASURES LEARNING CENTER #2 Hialeah 0.4 mi 5.7
STARS OF THE WORLD 2 Hialeah Gardens 0.4 mi
AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & ART CENTER Hialeah 0.5 mi 6.5
TINY SMILE LEARNING CENTER Hialeah 0.6 mi 6.2
MATER ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Hialeah Gardens 0.6 mi 5.3
MATER ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hialeah Gardens 0.6 mi 6.7
MATER PERFORMING ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ACADEMY Hialeah Gardens 0.6 mi 6.5
LITTLE CHILDREN'S LEARNING ACADEMY Hialeah 0.7 mi 3.3
CHOO-CHOO LEARNING STATION Hialeah 1.0 mi
CHILDREN'S PARADISE Hialeah 1.0 mi 5.3
MATER ACADEMY Hialeah Gardens 1.0 mi 7.4
OUR LADY OF CHARITY SCHOOL Hialeah 1.1 mi 6.3
NEW ALADDIN LEARNING CENTER Hialeah 1.0 mi 4.3
MARCUS A. MILAM K-8 CENTER Hialeah 1.1 mi 6.4
MAGIC KIDS LEARNING CENTER II Hialeah Gardens 1.1 mi
HIALEAH GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hialeah Gardens 1.1 mi 7.0
CITY OF HIALEAH EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY Hialeah 1.2 mi 8.1
WEST HIALEAH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah Gardens 1.1 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,633

Median Home Value

$295,800

Median Rent

$1,753/mo

Population

45,285

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

49.7%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ben Sheppard Elementary School

What grades does Ben Sheppard Elementary School serve?

Ben Sheppard Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ben Sheppard Elementary School?

Ben Sheppard Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 939 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Sheppard Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ben Sheppard 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 Ben Sheppard Elementary School rank in FL?

Ben Sheppard Elementary School ranks #827 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Ben Sheppard Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ben Sheppard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Ben Sheppard Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ben Sheppard Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ben Sheppard Elementary School a charter school?

No, Ben Sheppard Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ben Sheppard Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ben Sheppard Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Sheppard Elementary School?

64.2% of students at Ben Sheppard 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
939
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Miami-Dade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

MIAMI-DADE
District Enrollment
335,500
Schools in District
536
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,066
District Rank
#154 of 497

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