Serving 539 students in grades 9-12, Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School's student population of 539 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
539 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter 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 Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School is 0.08, 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
#1482 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
45:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
96%
37%

Black
1%
21%

White
3%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School's ranking?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School is ranked #1482 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School?
539 students attend Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School offer ?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School part of?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School located?
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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Date
Spring Break - School Closed
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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