Serving 413 students in grades 8-12, Acceleration Academies-central Miami 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 6-9% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acceleration Academies-central Miami's student population of 413 students has grown by 166% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Acceleration Academies-central Miami 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 Acceleration Academies-central Miami is 0.54, 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
#3599 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
60%
37%
Black
32%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6-9%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acceleration Academies-central Miami's ranking?
Acceleration Academies-central Miami is ranked #3599 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acceleration Academies-central Miami?
The graduation rate of Acceleration Academies-central Miami is 6-9%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Acceleration Academies-central Miami?
413 students attend Acceleration Academies-central Miami.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Acceleration Academies-central Miami students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Acceleration Academies-central Miami offer ?
Acceleration Academies-central Miami offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Acceleration Academies-central Miami part of?
Acceleration Academies-central Miami is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Acceleration Academies-central Miami located?
Acceleration Academies-central Miami is located in the Carol City neighborhood of Opa Locka, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Carol City.
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