Average
#2211 of 3,778 schools in FL
Lanier-james Education Center
School · BROWARD
1050 NW 7TH CT, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,211 of 3,778
In Hallandale Beach
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#202 of 319
BROWARD
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Lanier-james Education Center
Lanier-james Education Center is a public school in Hallandale Beach, FL, part of BROWARD. Lanier-james Education Center serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lanier-james Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,211 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lanier-james Education Center show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, Lanier-james Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Lanier-james Education Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Lanier-james Education Center — Students at Lanier-james Education Center score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Lanier-james Education Center Compares
See how Lanier-james Education 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
1050 NW 7TH CT, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lanier-james Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. GUIDEPOST MONTESORRI ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), which scores notably higher. Another option is GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT HOLLYWOOD BEACH (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRACE AND FAITH INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hallandale Beach, see our Hallandale Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,196
Median Home Value
$248,300
Median Rent
$1,576/mo
Population
44,021
College Educated
35.9%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
46
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lanier-james Education Center
What grades does Lanier-james Education Center serve?
Lanier-james Education Center serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Lanier-james Education Center?
Lanier-james Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lanier-james Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Lanier-james Education Center is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lanier-james Education Center rank in FL?
Lanier-james Education Center ranks #2,211 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lanier-james Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Lanier-james Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Lanier-james Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lanier-james Education Center has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lanier-james Education Center a charter school?
No, Lanier-james Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lanier-james Education Center a Title I school?
No, Lanier-james Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lanier-james Education Center?
72.4% of students at Lanier-james Education 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
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- (754) 321-7350
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #202 of 319
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