Serving 325 students in grades 9-12, Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School's student population of 325 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School is 0.33, 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
#966 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
81%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School's ranking?
Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School is ranked #966 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School often compared to?
Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Reef Senior High School, Miami Coral Park Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School?
The graduation rate of Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School?
325 students attend Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School?
Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School offer ?
Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School part of?
Biotechrichmond Heights 9-12 High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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