Serving 2,671 students in grades 8-12, Miami Palmetto Senior High School ranks in the top 50% 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miami Palmetto Senior High School's student population of 2,671 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
2,671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miami Palmetto Senior High School 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 Miami Palmetto Senior High School is 0.57, 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
#1372 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
60%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
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 Palmetto Senior High School's ranking?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School is ranked #1372 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Palmetto Senior High School often compared to?
Miami Palmetto Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Reef Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miami Palmetto Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Miami Palmetto Senior High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Miami Palmetto Senior High School?
2,671 students attend Miami Palmetto Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Miami Palmetto Senior High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miami Palmetto Senior High School?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Palmetto Senior High School offer ?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Miami Palmetto Senior High School part of?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Miami Palmetto Senior High School located?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
School Calendar
View the Miami Palmetto Senior High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
LAST DAY OF 2ND NINE WEEKS
January 16, 2025 (Thursday)
FIRST DAY OF 3RD NINE WEEKS
January 21, 2025 (Tuesday)
LAST DAY TO ORDER CAP & GOWN
February 15, 2025 (Saturday)
LAST DAY OF 3RD NINE WEEKS
March 21, 2025 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK RECESS
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
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