History of Hialeah Elementary

    The postwar years between 1945 and 1950 were ones of much growth for the City of Hialeah. The expansion of the airport, the Hialeah Racetrack and the development of the Hialeah Hospital increased job opportunities that brought forth an influx of residents to our community. With the increase in population the need arose for more elementary schools.
    In 1948, architect James W. Voorhies designed and built Hialeah Elementary, which became the third school established in the City of Hialeah. With a student population of nine hundred and ninety seven students, Hialeah Elementary developed as a focal point in its community.
    The 1960's brought about an increase of Hispanics to the City of Hialeah. This school assisted the newly arrived immigrants with the difficult transition between their former and newly adopted country. Still today, one of the main goals of our school is to assist the students to assimilate the American culture while helping maintain their native roots.
    Over the many years of social and cultural change in our community, Hialeah Elementary has with pride continued to serve this community by welcoming all. A large percentage of the current student enrollment at this school is second and third generation students, including faculty members. The gratitude, pride and respect that the community has for Hialeah Elementary and what it represents continue to this day.