Serving 2,168 students in grades 9-12, Miami Beach 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 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miami Beach Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Miami Beach Senior High School's student population of 2,168 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miami Beach 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 Beach Senior High School is 0.46, 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
#2124 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
69%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Beach Senior High School's ranking?
Miami Beach Senior High School is ranked #2124 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Beach Senior High School often compared to?
Miami Beach Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alonzo & Tracy Mourning Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miami Beach Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Miami Beach Senior High School is 88%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Miami Beach Senior High School?
2,168 students attend Miami Beach Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Miami Beach Senior High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miami Beach Senior High School?
Miami Beach Senior High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Beach Senior High School offer ?
Miami Beach Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Miami Beach Senior High School part of?
Miami Beach Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Miami Beach Senior High School located?
Miami Beach Senior High School is located in the Bayshore neighborhood of Miami Beach, FL.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2007
The hospitality programis great! The teachers really know you and you usually you keep the same ones around from 3-4 years! Extracurricular activities are too many, you will always find things going on! By the way they are building a brand new school!!! Love it!
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