Serving 515 students in grades 6-12, Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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 (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts's student population of 515 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts is 0.54, 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
#1647 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
58%
37%
Black
35%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts's ranking?
Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts is ranked #1647 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts often compared to?
Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Arvida Middle School, Cutler Bay Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts?
515 students attend Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts?
Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts offer ?
Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts part of?
Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The Arts is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
4 6/30/2018
It was my first choice magnet school, I auditioned. Got accepted and it was one of the best decisions I've ever made. I attended all throughout high school. We as a ram family have had our ups and downs, but we are truly loved and have so much respect for each other regardless of the situation. Our student/faculty population is quite diverse. There are times where we spend more focus on our magnet programs than academics but from my freshmen year (2014-2015) to my senior year (2016-2017), we have improved so much! We deserve the blessing we earned so much! Thank God
5 2/6/2017
This school is very diverse in the Arts and focus alot on focus , as academics. This school has some of the best teachers in the district. Mays is like one big family. This is a great school. Check out their website.
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