Serving 807 students in grades 9-12, Don Soffer Aventura High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don Soffer Aventura High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Don Soffer Aventura High School's student population of 807 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Don Soffer Aventura High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Soffer Aventura High School is 0.53, 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
#658 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
54%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Don Soffer Aventura High School's ranking?
Don Soffer Aventura High School is ranked #658 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Don Soffer Aventura High School often compared to?
Don Soffer Aventura High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iprep Academy North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Don Soffer Aventura High School?
807 students attend Don Soffer Aventura High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Don Soffer Aventura High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Don Soffer Aventura High School?
Don Soffer Aventura High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Don Soffer Aventura High School offer ?
Don Soffer Aventura High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Don Soffer Aventura High School part of?
Don Soffer Aventura High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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