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Lorah Park Elementary School

Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE

5160 NW 31ST AVE, Miami, FL 33142

Enrollment

212

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,581 of 3,778

In Miami

#213 of 280

public schools

In district

#375 of 497

MIAMI-DADE

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Lorah Park Elementary School

5.3/10

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About Lorah Park Elementary School

Lorah Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Lorah Park Elementary School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lorah Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,581 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Lorah Park Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Lorah Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-24.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,066
Chronic Absenteeism42%

Lorah Park Elementary School — Students at Lorah Park Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
63%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37.2%
ELA
40.3%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
34.3%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Lorah Park Elementary School Compares

See how Lorah Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
32th percentile in FL
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5160 NW 31ST AVE, Miami, FL 33142

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lorah Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KELSEY L. PHARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
SHEYE'S OF MIAMI ELEMENTARY INC. Miami 0.3 mi 3.9
O.L.L.A.S. ACADEMY Miami 0.7 mi
BROWNSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 0.8 mi 4.8
TEENAGE PARENT PROGRAM Miami 0.9 mi 4.4
GRADUATION ALLIANCE7831 Miami 0.9 mi
MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.0 mi 7.6
EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.9 mi 8.5
IT'S A SMALL WORLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.0 mi 6.0
MATER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Miami 1.1 mi 3.6
HOSANNA LEARNING CENTER Miami 1.0 mi 6.1
JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER ALT ED Miami 1.1 mi 5.2
AGENORIA S PASCHAL/OLINDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.1 mi 6.1
WORLD CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Hialeah 1.1 mi 5.3
KELSEY L. PHARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.2 mi 8.1
POINCIANA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.3 mi 5.5
CITI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami 1.5 mi 3.3
CHARLES R DREW K-8 CENTER Miami 1.5 mi 4.2
MIAMI JACKSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami 1.5 mi 3.8
AMC ACADEMY Miami 1.5 mi
HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah 1.5 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,900

Median Home Value

$298,000

Median Rent

$1,289/mo

Population

56,437

College Educated

13.2%

Homeownership

29.5%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

25.4%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lorah Park Elementary School

What grades does Lorah Park Elementary School serve?

Lorah Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lorah Park Elementary School?

Lorah Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lorah Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lorah Park Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lorah Park Elementary School rank in FL?

Lorah Park Elementary School ranks #2,581 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Lorah Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lorah Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Lorah Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lorah Park Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lorah Park Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lorah Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lorah Park Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lorah Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lorah Park Elementary School?

68.4% of students at Lorah Park 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Miami-Dade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

District

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

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