TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 394 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 28 teachers, TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Toussaint L’Ouverture Elementary, located in the Little Haiti neighborhood of Miami, Florida, serves as a cornerstone of its community by offering a comprehensive educational program within the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of Toussaint L’Ouverture, the leader of the Haitian Revolution, reflecting a commitment to cultural pride and historical awareness. The institution focuses on fostering academic excellence while promoting a supportive environment that addresses the diverse needs of its student population, which includes a significant number of families from the Haitian diaspora.

Beyond its standard core curriculum, the school integrates programs designed to enhance student engagement, including language enrichment and social-emotional development. By leveraging its location in Miami’s vibrant cultural hub, Toussaint L’Ouverture Elementary encourages community involvement and strives to provide its students with a strong foundation for future academic success. Through its partnership with the district and local stakeholders, the school aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their potential and develop a lifelong love of learning.

For more information, contact TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE ELEMENTARY at (305) 758-2600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.