Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The DR. HENRY E. PERRINE ACADEMY OF THE ARTS serves the eastern part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts's student population of 513 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts is 0.53, 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
#984 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts's ranking?
Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts is ranked #984 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts often compared to?
Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Reef Elementary School, Frank Crawford Martin K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts?
513 students attend Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts?
Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts offer ?
Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts part of?
Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The Arts is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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