Serving 3,145 students in grades 9-12, South Dade 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 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Dade Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Dade Senior High School's student population of 3,145 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Dade 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 South Dade Senior High School is 0.37, 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
#3215 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
78%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Dade Senior High School's ranking?
South Dade Senior High School is ranked #3215 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Dade Senior High School often compared to?
South Dade Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Reef Senior High School, Robert Morgan Educational Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Dade Senior High School?
The graduation rate of South Dade Senior High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Dade Senior High School?
3,145 students attend South Dade Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of South Dade Senior High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Dade Senior High School?
South Dade Senior High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Dade Senior High School offer ?
South Dade Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Dade Senior High School part of?
South Dade Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
View the South Dade Senior High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
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