PHYLLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PHYLLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 255 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 15 teachers, PHYLLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

PHYLLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Overtown neighborhood of Miami, Florida, is a public school operating under the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Steeped in history, the school is named after the celebrated 18th-century poet Phyllis Wheatley, who was the first African American author to publish a book of poetry. The school serves a diverse urban community and remains a vital educational anchor for families in the historic district, committed to fostering academic achievement and personal growth in a supportive, culturally enriched environment.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum designed to meet the unique needs of its student body, often integrating modern educational technology with core instructional standards. By maintaining a focus on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development, Phyllis Wheatley Elementary strives to prepare its students for future academic success. Through its partnership with the Miami-Dade school district, the institution provides various resources and programs aimed at promoting student engagement and community involvement, reflecting the resilient spirit of the surrounding neighborhood.

For more information, contact PHYLLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (305) 573-2638 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.