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#2801 of 3,778 schools in FL
Maya Angelou Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
1850 NW 32ND ST, Miami, FL 33142
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,801 of 3,778
In Miami
#236 of 280
public schools
In district
#412 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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About Maya Angelou Elementary School
Maya Angelou Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Maya Angelou Elementary School serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maya Angelou Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,801 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Maya Angelou Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Maya Angelou 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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Maya Angelou Elementary School — Students at Maya Angelou Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.9%
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: 4.7/10.
How Maya Angelou Elementary School Compares
See how Maya Angelou 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
1850 NW 32ND ST, Miami, FL 33142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maya Angelou Elementary School 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, MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CITI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| MIAMI JACKSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Miami | 0.5 mi | — |
| KELSEY L. PHARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MATER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Miami | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| IT'S A SMALL WORLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| SANTA CLARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| GEORGIA JONES AYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER ALT ED Miami | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| LENORA BRAYNON SMITH ELEMENTARY Miami | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ALLAPATTAH WYNWOOD CHILDCARE SCHOOL Miami | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BROWNSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| MATER INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY Miami | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MATER ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Miami | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| EASTER SEALS ACADEMY Miami | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| EARLY BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Miami | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY TRANSITIONAL LEARNING Miami | 1.3 mi | — |
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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| BROADVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Lauderdale, FL | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maya Angelou Elementary School
What grades does Maya Angelou Elementary School serve?
Maya Angelou Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Maya Angelou Elementary School?
Maya Angelou Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maya Angelou Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maya Angelou Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maya Angelou Elementary School rank in FL?
Maya Angelou Elementary School ranks #2,801 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Maya Angelou Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maya Angelou Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Maya Angelou Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maya Angelou Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Maya Angelou Elementary School a charter school?
No, Maya Angelou Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maya Angelou Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Maya Angelou Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maya Angelou Elementary School?
57.9% of students at Maya Angelou 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
- 642
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (305) 636-3480
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #412 of 497
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