Overview

Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School is a public school in Miami, FL, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Cambridge International curriculum. It is one of 346 elementary schools in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
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School Rating

Zora Neale Hurston Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Florida with the same grade levels.
8/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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12 Reviews
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Neighborhood

13137 Southwest 26th Street
Miami, FL 33175
School leader: Ms Isabel Valenzano
(305) 222-8152
(305) 222-4923
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