Below Average
#3023 of 3,778 schools in FL
Felix Varela Senior High School
High School · MIAMI-DADE
15255 SW 96TH ST, Miami, FL 33196
Enrollment
2,006
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,006
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,023 of 3,778
In Miami
#250 of 280
public schools
In district
#437 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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About Felix Varela Senior High School
Felix Varela Senior High School is a public high school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Felix Varela Senior High School serves approximately 2,006 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Felix Varela Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,023 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Felix Varela Senior High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Felix Varela Senior High School is a large school: 2,006 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Felix Varela Senior High School runs 23.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
46% of students at Felix Varela Senior High School 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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Felix Varela Senior High School — Students at Felix Varela Senior High School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
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: 2.7/10.
How Felix Varela Senior High School Compares
See how Felix Varela Senior High School 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
15255 SW 96TH ST, Miami, FL 33196
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Felix Varela Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KENDALE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINECREST ACADEMY (SOUTH CAMPUS) (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DANTE B. FASCELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAMMOCKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| TOWN CENTER PRESCHOOL Miami | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| KINGDOM ACADEMY Miami | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| GREAT HEIGHTS ACADEMY INC. Miami | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| OLIVER HOOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MIAMI BAPTIST SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | — |
| CLAUDE PEPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| PINECREST ACADEMY (SOUTH CAMPUS) Miami | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| FUTURE LEADERS ACADEMY OF KENDALL CORP Miami | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| DANTE B. FASCELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| DR. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRISTINA M. EVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| LAGO MAR PRESCHOOL I Miami | 1.4 mi | — |
| HAPPY MEMORIES LEARNING CENTER CORP Miami | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| KENDALE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF MIAMI Miami | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LEARNING LINKS SCHOOL HOUSE Miami | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| KENDALL SQUARE K-8 CENTER Miami | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| KINGDOM ACADEMY II Miami | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| BRIGHT FUTURES PRESCHOOL Miami | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33196 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,370
Median Home Value
$457,300
Median Rent
$2,114/mo
Population
53,846
College Educated
38.4%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
40
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|---|---|
| EAST LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Lehigh Acres, FL | 4.7 |
| G. HOLMES BRADDOCK SENIOR HIGH Miami, FL | 4.7 |
| J. M. TATE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cantonment, FL | 4.7 |
| PALATKA JR - SR HIGH SCHOOL Palatka, FL | 4.7 |
| SPOTO HIGH SCHOOL Riverview, FL | 4.7 |
| TITUSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Titusville, FL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Felix Varela Senior High School
What grades does Felix Varela Senior High School serve?
Felix Varela Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Felix Varela Senior High School?
Felix Varela Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,006 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Felix Varela Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Felix Varela Senior High School is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Felix Varela Senior High School rank in FL?
Felix Varela Senior High School ranks #3,023 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Felix Varela Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Felix Varela Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Felix Varela Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Felix Varela Senior High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Felix Varela Senior High School a charter school?
No, Felix Varela Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Felix Varela Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Felix Varela Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Felix Varela Senior High School?
46.9% of students at Felix Varela Senior High School 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
- 2,006
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (305) 752-7900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #437 of 497
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