The American Senior High School, or The American High School, is a high school located in Country Club, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida. Its principal is Stephen E. Papp. It has been named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.
Serving 1,582 students in grades 9-12, American 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: American Senior High School serves the northeast part of Hialeah, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically live 5-10 minutes away, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the school's edge and some residing up to 3 miles from the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
American Senior High School's student population of 1,582 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,582 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
American Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Senior High School is 0.42, 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
#3189 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Mascot
Patriots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Senior High School's ranking?
American Senior High School is ranked #3189 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are American Senior High School often compared to?
American Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Creek High School, Winter Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Senior High School?
The graduation rate of American Senior High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend American Senior High School?
1,582 students attend American Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of American Senior High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of American Senior High School?
American Senior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does American Senior High School offer ?
American Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is American Senior High School part of?
American Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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