Serving 1,614 students in grades 9-12, Terra Environmental Research Institute ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (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 92% 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: 1,614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terra Environmental Research Institute 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
Terra Environmental Research Institute's student population of 1,614 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Wolf
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Colors
White, Green, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Terra Environmental Research Institute ranks within the top 1% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terra Environmental Research Institute is 0.26, 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
#6 out of 3704 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
86%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 Terra Environmental Research Institute's ranking?
Terra Environmental Research Institute is ranked #6 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Terra Environmental Research Institute often compared to?
Terra Environmental Research Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Reef Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terra Environmental Research Institute?
The graduation rate of Terra Environmental Research Institute is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Terra Environmental Research Institute?
1,614 students attend Terra Environmental Research Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Terra Environmental Research Institute students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terra Environmental Research Institute?
Terra Environmental Research Institute has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Terra Environmental Research Institute offer ?
Terra Environmental Research Institute offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terra Environmental Research Institute part of?
Terra Environmental Research Institute is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schedule is 5,1,3 (LAST DAY OF SCHOOL)
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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