Serving 3,399 students in grades 8-12, Coral Reef Senior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 8-12
- Enrollment: 3,399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coral Reef Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Coral Reef Senior High School's student population of 3,399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,399 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Year Founded
1997
Campus Size
59 acres
School Rankings
Coral Reef Senior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coral Reef Senior High School is 0.39, 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
#229 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
77%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥99%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Grey, Teal, Silver
School Mascot
Barry The Barracuda
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coral Reef Senior High School's ranking?
Coral Reef Senior High School is ranked #229 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Coral Reef Senior High School often compared to?
Coral Reef Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terra Environmental Research Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coral Reef Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Coral Reef Senior High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Coral Reef Senior High School?
3,399 students attend Coral Reef Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Coral Reef Senior High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coral Reef Senior High School?
Coral Reef Senior High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Coral Reef Senior High School offer ?
Coral Reef Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coral Reef Senior High School part of?
Coral Reef Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Horrible school!!! The kids at this school are miserable. Remember when High school was the best years of your life? Well not here. No spirit, and only a few good students.
5 10/10/2025
Excellent educational experience for kids who are serious about going to college. Teachers are smart and passionate about their profession. Discipline is key, kids follow the rules because they know the value of this school and that it is a privilege to attend.
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