WEST LAKES PREPARATORY ACADEMY

WEST LAKES PREPARATORY ACADEMY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in HIALEAH, FL with about 180 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 11 teachers, WEST LAKES PREPARATORY ACADEMY 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.

WEST LAKES PREPARATORY ACADEMY, located in Hialeah, Florida, is a public school operating under the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Serving students from prekindergarten through eighth grade, the academy is designed to provide a cohesive educational experience that bridges the gap between early childhood development and the transition to high school. By housing both elementary and middle school grades, the campus aims to create a consistent learning environment where students can build strong academic foundations and long-term relationships with faculty over several years.

The school is part of a larger district initiative to modernize and expand educational facilities in the Hialeah area. As a "Preparatory Academy," the school focuses on a rigorous curriculum intended to prepare students for the demands of secondary education and beyond. Families looking for more specific information regarding school grades, extracurricular offerings, or enrollment procedures can access official resources and updates directly through the Miami-Dade County Public Schools website at [www.dadeschools.net](http://www.dadeschools.net).

For more information, contact WEST LAKES PREPARATORY ACADEMY at (305) 827-3025 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.