Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Lakes Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lakes Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Lakes Preparatory Academy's student population of 545 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
West Lakes Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lakes Preparatory Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1039 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
87%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lakes Preparatory Academy's ranking?
West Lakes Preparatory Academy is ranked #1039 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Lakes Preparatory Academy often compared to?
West Lakes Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hialeah Gardens Elementary School, Miami Lakes K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Lakes Preparatory Academy?
545 students attend West Lakes Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Lakes Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lakes Preparatory Academy?
West Lakes Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Lakes Preparatory Academy offer ?
West Lakes Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lakes Preparatory Academy part of?
West Lakes Preparatory Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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