Average
#1768 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 47% in state
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
4700 NW 12TH AVE, Miami, FL 33127
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,768 of 3,778
In Miami
#172 of 280
public schools
In district
#295 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,768 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% 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
Test scores at Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary 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.
46% of students at Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary 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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Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary — Students at Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.7%
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
→ 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: 7.7/10.
How Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary Compares
See how Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary 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
4700 NW 12TH AVE, Miami, FL 33127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KELSEY L. PHARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ORCHARD VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GEORGIA JONES AYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| WESTERN GENERAL EDUCATION Miami | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| GOSPEL ASSEMBLY ACADEMY INC Miami | 0.5 mi | — |
| EDC ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Miami | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Miami | 0.6 mi | — |
| ORCHARD VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| MIAMI JACKSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| WYNWOOD LEARNING CENTER II Miami | 0.8 mi | — |
| KELSEY L. PHARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INC. DBA MCDONALDS PLAYWORLD Miami | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| AMC ACADEMY Miami | 0.9 mi | — |
| MATER INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY Miami | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| MATER ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Miami | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SANTA CLARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MERRY POPPINS DAYCARE KINDERGARTEN INC Miami | 1.0 mi | — |
| IT'S A SMALL WORLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CITI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| CHARLES R DREW K-8 CENTER Miami | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| B. WRIGHT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Miami | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,125
Median Home Value
$398,800
Median Rent
$1,394/mo
Population
27,585
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
27.8%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
36.8
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| ADVENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Boca Raton, FL | 6.4 |
| ANDREA CASTILLO PREPARATORY ACADEMY Doral, FL | 6.4 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL | 6.4 |
| DR. HENRY W. MACK/WEST LITTLE RIVER K-8 CENTER Miami, 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 Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary
What grades does Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary serve?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary rank in FL?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary ranks #1,768 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary 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 Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary a charter school?
No, Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary?
67.7% of students at Lenora Braynon Smith 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (305) 635-0873
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #295 of 497
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