Serving 1,619 students in grades 9-12, Terra Environmental Research Institute ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (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 91% 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: 1,619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terra Environmental Research Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Terra Environmental Research Institute's student population of 1,619 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Terra Environmental Research Institute ranks within the top 1% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terra Environmental Research Institute 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
#6 out of 3704 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
85%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
9%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Terra Environmental Research Institute's ranking?
Terra Environmental Research Institute is ranked #6 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Terra Environmental Research Institute often compared to?
Terra Environmental Research Instituteis 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?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terra Environmental Research Institute?
The graduation rate of Terra Environmental Research Institute is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Terra Environmental Research Institute?
1,619 students attend Terra Environmental Research Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Terra Environmental Research Institute students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terra Environmental Research Institute?
Terra Environmental Research Institute has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Terra Environmental Research Institute offer ?
Terra Environmental Research Institute offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Terra Environmental Research Institute part of?
Terra Environmental Research Institute is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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