Serving 454 students in grades 9-12, North Gardens 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 22% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Gardens High School's student population of 454 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Gardens 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 North Gardens High School is 0.52, 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
#3644 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Hispanic
44%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
22%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Gardens High School's ranking?
North Gardens High School is ranked #3644 out of 3,662 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Gardens High School?
The graduation rate of North Gardens High School is 22%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Gardens High School?
454 students attend North Gardens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Gardens High School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does North Gardens High School offer ?
North Gardens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Gardens High School part of?
North Gardens High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is North Gardens High School located?
North Gardens High School is located in the Carol City neighborhood of Opa Locka, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Carol City.
School Calendar
View the North Gardens High School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school. My son was not doing well in his school. We transferred him over and graduated I less than a year. He now attends FIU and is doing great. I am graceful for the amazing staff who demonstrated that they love and believe in what they do. The school is great from Principal to custodian. I was definitely satisfied!!.
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