Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#3154 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Hispanic
50%
38%
Black
49%
21%
White
1%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School is ranked #3154 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School?
353 students attend Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 49% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School offer ?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School part of?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School located?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School is located in the Model City neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Model City.
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