Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 10, 2026 —

Miami-Dade School Board Considers Closing Four Schools Amid Declining Enrollment

The Miami-Dade School Board is contemplating the closure of four educational institutions as part of a broader initiative to address declining student enrollment and an excess of available school seats.

The schools under consideration for closure include Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary, Miami Springs Middle, Pine Villa Elementary, and Richmond Heights Middle. This potential action is linked to a larger proposal aimed at reassessing school boundaries, exploring school choice options, and engaging in future planning for the district.

The district’s strategy to re-evaluate its educational landscape is driven by a significant decrease in enrollment figures and a surplus of school facilities compared to the student population. The outcome of these considerations will shape the future of these schools and potentially impact district-wide educational planning.

Story summarized from the original created by Trent Kelly on www.local10.com, see more information here.