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#2436 of 3,778 schools in FL
Laura C. Saunders Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
505 SW 8TH ST, Homestead, FL 33030
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,436 of 3,778
In Homestead
#28 of 44
public schools
In district
#364 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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Laura C. Saunders Elementary School
Elementary School in Homestead · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Laura C. Saunders Elementary School
Laura C. Saunders Elementary School is a public elementary school in Homestead, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Laura C.
Saunders Elementary School serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Laura C. Saunders Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,436 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Laura C. Saunders Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Laura C. Saunders Elementary School 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.
42% of students at Laura C. Saunders 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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Laura C. Saunders Elementary School — Students at Laura C. Saunders Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.3%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.5/10.
How Laura C. Saunders Elementary School Compares
See how Laura C. Saunders 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
505 SW 8TH ST, Homestead, FL 33030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laura C. Saunders Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN-MARTI SCHOOLS (INTERNATIONAL CAMPUS) (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Florida City), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (SOUTH HOMESTEAD (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Homestead, see our Homestead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,231
Median Home Value
$382,200
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
35,957
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
36.6 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
30.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laura C. Saunders Elementary School
What grades does Laura C. Saunders Elementary School serve?
Laura C. Saunders Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Laura C. Saunders Elementary School?
Laura C. Saunders Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laura C. Saunders Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Laura C. Saunders Elementary School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laura C. Saunders Elementary School rank in FL?
Laura C. Saunders Elementary School ranks #2,436 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Laura C. Saunders Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Laura C. Saunders Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Laura C. Saunders Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laura C. Saunders Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Laura C. Saunders Elementary School a charter school?
No, Laura C. Saunders Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laura C. Saunders Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Laura C. Saunders Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laura C. Saunders Elementary School?
72.3% of students at Laura C. Saunders 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.9%
- Phone
- (305) 247-3933
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #364 of 497
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