Arts Of Excellence

780 Fisherman St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 18 students in grades 6-12, Arts Of Excellence 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 18 students
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Arts Of Excellence's student population of 18 students has declined by 62% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
School Calendar

School Rankings

Arts Of Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arts Of Excellence is 0.11, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2789 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
<50%
52%
≤20%
52%
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
94%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.11
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
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 Arts Of Excellence's ranking?
Arts Of Excellence is ranked #2789 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Arts Of Excellence?
18 students attend Arts Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Arts Of Excellence students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Arts Of Excellence offer ?
Arts Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arts Of Excellence part of?
Arts Of Excellence is part of Miami-Dade School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 18 students
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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