CLAUDE PEPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CLAUDE PEPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 577 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 42 teachers, CLAUDE PEPPER 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.

CLAUDE PEPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Kendall area of Miami, Florida, is a public school serving students as part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Named after the legendary U.S. Senator and advocate for the elderly and children, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic achievement and the development of well-rounded citizens. The institution typically serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, focusing on foundational literacy, mathematics, and science skills while integrating social-emotional learning into the daily curriculum.

The school is recognized for its commitment to providing a diverse educational experience, often utilizing its proximity to the vibrant Miami community to enrich its academic programs. By maintaining a focus on high standards and parental involvement, Claude Pepper Elementary aims to prepare its student body for success in middle school and beyond. For families interested in specific programs, current extracurricular activities, or enrollment procedures, the school’s official website serves as a primary resource for school calendars, staff directories, and district-wide policies.

For more information, contact CLAUDE PEPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (305) 386-5244 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

14550 SW 96TH ST
MIAMI, FL 33186-1063
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CLAUDE PEPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MIAMI, FL with about 577 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MIAMI-DADE
Total Students:
577
Teachers:
42
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 577 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CLAUDE PEPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 90% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
90.1%
White
4.7%
Asian
2.4%
Black or African American
1.9%
Two or more races
0.9%

Female
44.9%
Male
55.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.