Serving 957 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Somerset Parkland Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 957 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Parkland Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Somerset Parkland Academy's student population of 957 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
957 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Somerset Parkland Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Parkland Academy is 0.63, 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
#275 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
51%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Parkland Academy's ranking?
Somerset Parkland Academy is ranked #275 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Somerset Parkland Academy often compared to?
Somerset Parkland Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Gables Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Parkland Academy?
957 students attend Somerset Parkland Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Somerset Parkland Academy students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset Parkland Academy?
Somerset Parkland Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerset Parkland Academy offer ?
Somerset Parkland Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Somerset Parkland Academy part of?
Somerset Parkland Academy is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Somerset Parkland Academy located?
Somerset Parkland Academy is located in the Riviera neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Riviera.
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