Serving 2,258 students in grades 9-12, Miami Beach 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 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miami Beach Senior High School's student population of 2,258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miami Beach Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miami Beach Senior High School is 0.47, 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
#2674 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
68%
36%
Black
3%
21%
White
26%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Beach Senior High School's ranking?
Miami Beach Senior High School is ranked #2674 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Beach Senior High School often compared to?
Miami Beach Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alonzo & Tracy Mourning Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miami Beach Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Miami Beach Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Miami Beach Senior High School?
2,258 students attend Miami Beach Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Miami Beach Senior High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miami Beach Senior High School?
Miami Beach Senior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Miami Beach Senior High School offer ?
Miami Beach Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Miami Beach Senior High School part of?
Miami Beach Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2007
The hospitality programis great! The teachers really know you and you usually you keep the same ones around from 3-4 years! Extracurricular activities are too many, you will always find things going on! By the way they are building a brand new school!!! Love it!
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