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James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary

Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE

2530 W 10TH AVE, Hialeah, FL 33010

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Hialeah

#23 of 45

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#1,776 of 2,196

In district

#321 of 497

MIAMI-DADE

School environment

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary

JAMES H. BRIGHT ELEMENTARY/J.W. JOHNSON ELEMENTARY is a regular public elementary school in Hialeah, Florida, located at 2530 W 10th Ave.

The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and has an enrollment of 448 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1. There are 33 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to providing quality education. The academic performance at James H.

Bright Elementary/J.W. Johnson Elementary shows room for growth, as indicated by the MySchoolScout Rating of 4.7 out of 10 and a state ranking of 2336 out of 3816 schools in Florida (placing it in the 39th percentile). The academic score is 5.4/10, with 34% of students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 48% proficient or above in Math.

The school is situated in a large suburban area where families can access various community resources to support their children's learning journey.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Fair50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency45%
Math vs. State Avg-13.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Overall Proficiency46%
Expected (poverty-adj.)38%
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.5Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,221

James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary — Students at James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.0%
School
State
58.1%
ELA Proficiency 34.0%
School
State
54.2%

Based on 10 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
57%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2024
Math
45.3%
ELA
26.7%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary Compares

See how James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in FL
Academic
7.0/10
7.0/10
Growth
3.4/10
Below average
Environment
9.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers

Location

2530 W 10TH AVE, Hialeah, FL 33010

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPRINGVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Miami Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEAN PIAGET ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMATER ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hialeah, see our Hialeah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
BRIGHTVIEW PREPARATORY ACADEMY Hialeah 0.2 mi 4.4
ABC DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL Hialeah 0.2 mi
CHANTY LEARNING CENTER INC/WE LOVE KIDS Hialeah 0.3 mi 4.4
IMATER PREPARATORY ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Hialeah 0.6 mi 5.4
IMATER ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hialeah 0.6 mi 5.4
IMATER ACADEMY Hialeah 0.6 mi 6.3
MAE M. WALTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah 0.7 mi 6.0
HENRY H. FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hialeah 0.7 mi 5.0
SPRINGVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Springs 0.8 mi 7.5
LOS PINOS NUEVOS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL CORP. Hialeah 0.7 mi
JEAN PIAGET ACADEMY Hialeah 0.9 mi 6.9
ALL ANGELS ACADEMY Miami Springs 0.9 mi 6.3
CHILDRENS CHRISTIAN SHOOLHOUSE Hialeah 0.9 mi 5.8
SUNSHINE CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL CENTER Hialeah 1.0 mi 5.8
BIG STAR PRIVATE SCHOOL Hialeah 1.1 mi 6.0
MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami Springs 1.1 mi 3.2
SHANTI KIDS SCHOOL Hialeah 1.1 mi 6.0
MEADOWLANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah 1.2 mi 5.7
LITTLE ANGEL ACADEMY 2 Hialeah 1.2 mi 3.3
MY HAPPY HOUSE Hialeah 1.3 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,449

Median Home Value

$346,500

Median Rent

$1,318/mo

Population

42,132

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

30.5%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

48.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary has a median household income of $45,449. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $346,500, with a median rent of $1,318/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary

What grades does James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary serve?

James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary?

James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary rank in FL?

James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary is ranked #2523 out of 3,777 schools in FL.

What is James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary has 48.0% math proficiency and 34.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary a charter school?

No, James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary a Title I school?

No, James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary?

70.8% of students at James H. Bright Elementary/j.w. Johnson Elementary 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

County Safety
Elevated (1,174/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Miami-Dade County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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