Below Average
#3140 of 3,778 schools in FL
Booker T. Washington Senior High
High School · MIAMI-DADE
1200 NW 6TH AVE, Miami, FL 33136
Enrollment
1,036
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,036
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,140 of 3,778
In Miami
#256 of 280
public schools
In district
#446 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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Booker T. Washington Senior High
High School in Miami · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Booker T. Washington Senior High
Booker T. Washington Senior High is a public high school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Booker T.
Washington Senior High serves approximately 1,036 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T. Washington Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,140 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Booker T. Washington Senior High show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
64% of students at Booker T. Washington Senior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Booker T. Washington Senior High — Students at Booker T. Washington Senior High score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Booker T. Washington Senior High Compares
See how Booker T. Washington Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1200 NW 6TH AVE, Miami, FL 33136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker T. Washington Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIAMI ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SPORTS LEADERSHIP ARTS MANAGEMENT CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,481
Median Home Value
$352,700
Median Rent
$1,337/mo
Population
16,611
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
12.2%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker T. Washington Senior High
What grades does Booker T. Washington Senior High serve?
Booker T. Washington Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Booker T. Washington Senior High?
Booker T. Washington Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,036 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington Senior High is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker T. Washington Senior High rank in FL?
Booker T. Washington Senior High ranks #3,140 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Booker T. Washington Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker T. Washington Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Booker T. Washington Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T. Washington Senior High has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Booker T. Washington Senior High a charter school?
No, Booker T. Washington Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Booker T. Washington Senior High a Title I school?
No, Booker T. Washington Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T. Washington Senior High?
56.6% of students at Booker T. Washington Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,036
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.1%
- Phone
- (305) 324-8900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #446 of 497
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