Serving 155 students in grades 9-12, Charter High School Of The Americas ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charter High School Of The Americas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Charter High School Of The Americas's student population of 155 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charter High School Of The Americas ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charter High School Of The Americas is 0.04, 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
#1253 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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 Charter High School Of The Americas's ranking?
Charter High School Of The Americas is ranked #1253 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Charter High School Of The Americas often compared to?
Charter High School Of The Americasis often viewed alongside schools like International Studies Charter High School, Mastfiu by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charter High School Of The Americas?
The graduation rate of Charter High School Of The Americas is 80-89%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Charter High School Of The Americas?
155 students attend Charter High School Of The Americas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Charter High School Of The Americas students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charter High School Of The Americas?
Charter High School Of The Americas has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charter High School Of The Americas offer ?
Charter High School Of The Americas offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Charter High School Of The Americas part of?
Charter High School Of The Americas is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Charter High School Of The Americas located?
Charter High School Of The Americas is located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 19 other public schools located in Little Havana.
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