Serving 2,905 students in grades 9-12, Miami Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,905 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miami Senior High School's student population of 2,905 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,905 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miami Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miami Senior High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2706 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
95%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Senior High School's ranking?
Miami Senior High School is ranked #2706 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Senior High School often compared to?
Miami Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Gables Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miami Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Miami Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Miami Senior High School?
2,905 students attend Miami Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Miami Senior High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miami Senior High School?
Miami Senior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Senior High School offer ?
Miami Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Miami Senior High School part of?
Miami Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Miami Senior High School located?
Miami Senior High School is located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 19 other public schools located in Little Havana.
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