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#1773 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 47% in state
Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
2450 NW 84TH ST, Miami, FL 33147
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,773 of 3,778
In Miami
#175 of 280
public schools
In district
#300 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center
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About Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center
Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE.
Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,773 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center 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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Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center — Students at Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 7.4/10.
How Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center Compares
See how Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center 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
2450 NW 84TH ST, Miami, FL 33147
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARCOLA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IT'S A SMALL WORLD ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HOSANNA LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STELLAR LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Miami | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| PHOENIX ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Miami | 0.4 mi | — |
| IT'S A SMALL WORLD ACADEMY Miami | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| LILLIE C. EVANS K-8 CENTER Miami | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| POINCIANA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| LIBERTY CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| MIAMI CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER-804 Miami | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| TEENAGE PARENT PROGRAM Miami | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| GRADUATION ALLIANCE7831 Miami | 1.2 mi | — |
| COPE CENTER NORTH Miami | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SHINING LIGHT CHILDCARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Miami | 1.1 mi | — |
| WILLIAM H. TURNER TECHNICAL ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| O.L.L.A.S. ACADEMY Miami | 1.3 mi | — |
| LIBERTY ACADEMY Miramar | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| CHARLES R DREW K-8 CENTER Miami | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| HOSANNA LEARNING CENTER Miami | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ARCOLA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33147 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,728
Median Home Value
$301,300
Median Rent
$1,359/mo
Population
47,203
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADVENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Boca Raton, FL | 6.4 |
| ANDREA CASTILLO PREPARATORY ACADEMY Doral, FL | 6.4 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL | 6.4 |
| EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 6.4 |
| IMAGINE CHARTER SCHOOL AT NORTH LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY North Lauderdale, FL | 6.4 |
| JESSE J. MCCRARY JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center
What grades does Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center serve?
Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center?
Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center rank in FL?
Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center ranks #1,773 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center a charter school?
No, Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center a Title I school?
No, Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center?
67.2% of students at Dr. Henry W. Mack/west Little River K-8 Center 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (305) 691-6491
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #300 of 497
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