Serving 1,357 students in grades 9-12, Miami Jackson 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 13% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miami Jackson Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Miami Jackson Senior High School's student population of 1,357 students has declined by 10% 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
1,357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miami Jackson 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 Jackson Senior High School is 0.35, 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
#3533 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
78%
36%
Black
21%
21%
White
1%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Jackson Senior High School's ranking?
Miami Jackson Senior High School is ranked #3533 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Jackson Senior High School often compared to?
Miami Jackson Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booker T. Washington Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miami Jackson Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Miami Jackson Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Miami Jackson Senior High School?
1,357 students attend Miami Jackson Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Miami Jackson Senior High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miami Jackson Senior High School?
Miami Jackson Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Miami Jackson Senior High School offer ?
Miami Jackson Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Miami Jackson Senior High School part of?
Miami Jackson Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Miami Jackson Senior High School located?
Miami Jackson Senior High School is located in the Allapattah neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 10 other public schools located in Allapattah.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 3/30/2010
This is a great school with great facilities and programs, particularly in sports & music. I'm glad with the new principal and staff because the discipline of the students is improved in a noteworthy way.
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