DR. ROBERT B. INGRAM/OPA-LOCKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DR. ROBERT B. INGRAM/OPA-LOCKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in OPA LOCKA, FL with about 406 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, DR. ROBERT B. INGRAM/OPA-LOCKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School, located in Opa-locka, Florida, is a public school operating under the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student body in the local community, the school is named in honor of Dr. Robert B. Ingram, a former mayor of Opa-locka and a significant figure in local civic leadership. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement for its elementary-aged students.

The school’s mission emphasizes the development of foundational skills through a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with state educational standards. Beyond academics, Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary focuses on building character and providing a supportive atmosphere, often utilizing resources from the district to enhance instruction. By maintaining a connection to its namesake’s legacy of public service, the school encourages students to become active, responsible, and informed members of their community as they prepare for higher levels of education.

For more information, contact DR. ROBERT B. INGRAM/OPA-LOCKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (305) 688-4605 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.