DR. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DR. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 740 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 54 teachers, DR. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school located in the Kendall area of Miami, Florida, serving students as part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of Dr. Gilbert L. Porter, a prominent educator and civil rights advocate who played a significant role in the history of Florida's education system. The campus is designed to foster a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic achievement, character development, and community engagement for its diverse student body.

Academically, the school follows the rigorous curriculum standards set by the state of Florida, focusing on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary is known for encouraging student participation in extracurricular activities, arts, and technology initiatives. The school maintains a strong partnership with parents and the local community to provide a well-rounded educational experience, aiming to prepare its young students for future success in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact DR. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (305) 382-0792 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.