Excellent
#602 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 16% in state
Mae M. Walters Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
650 W 33RD ST, Hialeah, FL 33012
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#602 of 3,778
In Hialeah
#6 of 45
public schools
In district
#118 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Mae M. Walters Elementary School
Mae M. Walters Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hialeah, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Mae M.
Walters Elementary School serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Mae M. Walters Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #602 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mae M. Walters Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Mae M. Walters Elementary School — Students at Mae M. Walters Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
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: 8.6/10.
How Mae M. Walters Elementary School Compares
See how Mae M. Walters 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
650 W 33RD ST, Hialeah, FL 33012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mae M. Walters Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MEADOWLANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is IMATER ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JEAN PIAGET ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hialeah, see our Hialeah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,818
Median Home Value
$355,600
Median Rent
$1,562/mo
Population
69,408
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
48.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mae M. Walters Elementary School
What grades does Mae M. Walters Elementary School serve?
Mae M. Walters Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mae M. Walters Elementary School?
Mae M. Walters Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mae M. Walters Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mae M. Walters Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mae M. Walters Elementary School rank in FL?
Mae M. Walters Elementary School ranks #602 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mae M. Walters Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mae M. Walters Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Mae M. Walters Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mae M. Walters Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mae M. Walters Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mae M. Walters Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mae M. Walters Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mae M. Walters Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mae M. Walters Elementary School?
68.8% of students at Mae M. Walters 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 613
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (305) 822-4600
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #118 of 497
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