Serving 2,884 students in grades 9-12, Coral Gables 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,884 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coral Gables Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Coral Gables Senior High School's student population of 2,884 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Colors
Grey, Crimson
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
School Rankings
Coral Gables 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 Coral Gables Senior High School is 0.29, 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
#2100 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
84%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavalier
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coral Gables Senior High School's ranking?
Coral Gables Senior High School is ranked #2100 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Coral Gables Senior High School often compared to?
Coral Gables Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miami Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coral Gables Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Coral Gables Senior High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Coral Gables Senior High School?
2,884 students attend Coral Gables Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Coral Gables Senior High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coral Gables Senior High School?
Coral Gables Senior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Coral Gables Senior High School offer ?
Coral Gables Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coral Gables Senior High School part of?
Coral Gables Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Coral Gables Senior High School located?
Coral Gables Senior High School is located in the Riviera neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Riviera.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
I am proud of having graduated from this school. I learned a third language and got educated properly in every class I attended. I was in the JV and Varsity volleyball team and loved it. The school's facilities were excellent, I also was part of the yearbook staff.
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