Average
#1712 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 45% in state
Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center
High School · MIAMI-DADE
10225 SW 147TH TER, Miami, FL 33176
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,712 of 3,778
In Miami
#170 of 280
public schools
In district
#293 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center
Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center is a public high school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Dorothy M.
Wallace Cope Center serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,712 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 2.9:1 students to teachers, Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center — Students at Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 12 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center Compares
See how Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center 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
10225 SW 147TH TER, Miami, FL 33176
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BIOTECH@RICHMOND HEIGHTS 9-12 HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORAL REEF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PALMETTO BAY ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BIOTECH@RICHMOND HEIGHTS 9-12 HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| RICHMOND HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CORAL REEF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| JOHNNIE M PARRIS COLONIAL DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| JUANITA G HAWKINS ACADEMY Miami | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| FRANK CRAWFORD MARTIN K-8 CENTER Miami | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| EUREKA EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY INC. Palmetto Bay | 1.2 mi | — |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH OF GOD LITTLE ANGELS ACADEMY Miami | 1.4 mi | — |
| PALMETTO BAY ACADEMY Miami | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| LEEWOOD K-8 CENTER Miami | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| GLORIA FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PINE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN SCHOOL Miami | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN-MARTI SCHOOL Miami | 1.7 mi | — |
| PERRINE SDA SCHOOL Palmetto Bay | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CHRIST FELLOWSHIP ACADEMY Palmetto Bay | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| DR. HENRY E. PERRINE ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Palmetto Bay | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ROBERT RUSSA MOTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Perrine | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| RISE UP ACADEMICS Miami | 2.1 mi | — |
| ON THE HORIZON LEARNING CENTER Miami | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,437
Median Home Value
$568,400
Median Rent
$1,666/mo
Population
52,190
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
41.3
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| GATEWAY ACADEMY Bonifay, FL | 6.6 |
| GENESIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Trinity, FL | 6.6 |
| SAILFUTURE ACADEMY St. Petersburg, FL | 6.6 |
| UNIVERSAL EDUCATION CENTER Orlando, FL | 6.6 |
| EMILIO SANCHEZ AMERICAN SCHOOL Naples, FL | 6.3 |
| INTERNATIONAL STUDIES VIRTUAL ACADEMY Miami, FL | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center
What grades does Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center serve?
Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center?
Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center rank in FL?
Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center ranks #1,712 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).
Is Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center a charter school?
No, Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center a Title I school?
No, Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center?
71.9% of students at Dorothy M. Wallace Cope Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- (305) 233-1044
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #293 of 497
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