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#1527 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 40% in state
Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education.
High School · MIAMI-DADE
8950 NW 2ND AVE, EL Portal, FL 33150
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In EL Portal
#2 of 2
public schools
Florida high schools
#81 of 748
In district
#192 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education.
DR. MARVIN DUNN ACADEMY FOR COMMUNITY EDUCATION is an alternative high school serving students in grades 9 through 12, located in the EL PORTAL area of Miami-Dade County, Florida. With a total enrollment of 80 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1, the school provides personalized attention to help each student succeed.
DR. MARVIN DUNN ACADEMY has nine full-time equivalent teachers committed to supporting its diverse community of learners. The academic performance at DR.
MARVIN DUNN ACADEMY shows there is room for improvement, with 18% of students proficient in ELA/Reading and only 10% proficient in Math. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 3.9 out of 10, reflecting its current academic standing among Florida schools at the 25th percentile. Despite these challenges, DR.
MARVIN DUNN ACADEMY focuses on student development and offers a supportive environment for students to thrive. Situated in a large suburban area, the school benefits from being part of a vibrant community with ample opportunities for extracurricular activities and support networks. DR.
MARVIN DUNN ACADEMY FOR COMMUNITY EDUCATION is deeply rooted in its local EL PORTAL neighborhood, offering a unique setting where students can find personalized attention and support to help them reach their full potential.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 80 students, Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
While current test scores at Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1, Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. — Students at Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 6 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: 9.5/10.
How Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. Compares
See how Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 10% (2019) to 10% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 10% (2019) to 10% (2021).
Location
8950 NW 2ND AVE, EL Portal, FL 33150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AMERICAN WORLDWIDE ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Miami), a more accessible option. Additionally, MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH (rated 2.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Miami), a more accessible option. For more schools in EL Portal, see our EL Portal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,802
Median Home Value
$377,700
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
31,936
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
29.7%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
35.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. has a median household income of $40,802. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $377,700, with a median rent of $1,179/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education.
What grades does Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. serve?
Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education.?
Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education.?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. rank in FL?
Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. is ranked #1527 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. has 10.0% math proficiency and 18.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. a charter school?
No, Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. a Title I school?
No, Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education.?
77.5% of students at Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education. 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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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 80
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- (305) 756-2100
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #192 of 497
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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