Serving 914 students in grades 9-12, Somerset Academy Charter High School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 914 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Academy Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Somerset Academy Charter High School's student population of 914 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Somerset Academy Charter High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Academy Charter High School is 0.27, 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
#982 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
85%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Academy Charter High School's ranking?
Somerset Academy Charter High School is ranked #982 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Somerset Academy Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Somerset Academy Charter High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Somerset Academy Charter High School?
914 students attend Somerset Academy Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Somerset Academy Charter High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Somerset Academy Charter High School offer ?
Somerset Academy Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Somerset Academy Charter High School part of?
Somerset Academy Charter High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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