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#1838 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 49% in state

Palm Springs Elementary School

Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE

6304 E 1ST AVE, Hialeah, FL 33013

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,838 of 3,778

In Hialeah

#32 of 45

public schools

In district

#308 of 497

MIAMI-DADE

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Palm Springs Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Hialeah · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Palm Springs Elementary School

Palm Springs Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hialeah, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Palm Springs Elementary School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Springs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,838 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Palm Springs Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-14.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.5 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,066
Chronic Absenteeism22.6%

Palm Springs Elementary School — Students at Palm Springs Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (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
75%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
55.3%
ELA
53.7%
2024
Math
45.7%
ELA
39.7%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Palm Springs Elementary School Compares

See how Palm Springs Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
51th percentile in FL
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

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

6304 E 1ST AVE, Hialeah, FL 33013

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Palm Springs Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is AMELIA EARHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHILDREN'S PARADISE LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hialeah, see our Hialeah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CHILDREN'S PARADISE LEARNING CENTER Hialeah 0.3 mi 7.0
LITTLE ANGELS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hialeah 0.4 mi 5.7
ASBURY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hialeah 0.6 mi 5.9
HAPPY HEARTS LEARNING CENTER Hialeah 0.8 mi
AMELIA EARHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah 0.8 mi 7.2
HIALEAH MIDDLE SCHOOL Hialeah 0.8 mi 6.7
KINGDOM PALACE DAYCARE INC. Hialeah 0.8 mi 5.0
KID'S LOVE DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL Hialeah 1.0 mi 4.0
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah 0.9 mi 4.3
PINOCCHIO DAY CARE Hialeah 1.0 mi
HIALEAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hialeah 1.1 mi 4.2
INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Hialeah 1.1 mi 4.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Hialeah 1.2 mi 5.9
NORTH TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah 1.2 mi 6.6
HOREB CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hialeah 1.2 mi 5.6
PRIMARY LEARNING ACADEMY Hialeah 1.3 mi
CHILDREN'S PARADISE LEARNING CENTER I #4 Hialeah 1.3 mi 5.3
NORTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah 1.4 mi 7.3
THE CREATIVE CHILD DAY CARE LEARNING CENTER Hialeah 1.5 mi
MISSION OF GOD ACADEMY Hialeah 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,242

Median Home Value

$407,400

Median Rent

$1,488/mo

Population

29,100

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

48.4

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AUBURNDALE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburndale, FL 6.3
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BLANCHE H. DAUGHTREY ELEMENTARY Bradenton, FL 6.3
BLANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL 6.3
BROOKSHIRE ELEMENTARY Winter Park, FL 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Palm Springs Elementary School

What grades does Palm Springs Elementary School serve?

Palm Springs Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Palm Springs Elementary School?

Palm Springs Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Springs Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs Elementary School rank in FL?

Palm Springs Elementary School ranks #1,838 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Palm Springs Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Palm Springs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Palm Springs Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Palm Springs Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Palm Springs Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Palm Springs Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Palm Springs Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palm Springs Elementary School?

58.2% of students at Palm Springs 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
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Miami-Dade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

District

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

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