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#2586 of 3,778 schools in FL
Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High
High School · MIAMI-DADE
7977 W 12TH AVE, Hialeah, FL 33014
Enrollment
1,353
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,353
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,586 of 3,778
In Hialeah
#36 of 45
public schools
In district
#380 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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About Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High
Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High is a public high school in Hialeah, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High serves approximately 1,353 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,586 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High 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.
Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High runs 21.8:1 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.
58% of students at Hialeah-miami Lakes 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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Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High — Students at Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.5%
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: 6.7/10.
How Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High Compares
See how Hialeah-miami Lakes 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
7977 W 12TH AVE, Hialeah, FL 33014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CONTINENTAL ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Miami Lakes), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOUTHEASTERN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Miami Lakes), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YOUTH CO-OP PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hialeah, see our Hialeah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDREN'S PARADISE LEARNING CENTER Hialeah | 0.1 mi | — |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hialeah | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| MIAMI LAKES K-8 CENTER Hialeah | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES PRESCHOOL Hialeah | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| SILVIAS SCHOOL Hialeah | 0.7 mi | — |
| PALM LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| NORTH TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| KIDS PLAYHOUSE CHILD CARE CENTER Hialeah | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| HOREB CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hialeah | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| GROWING DAYS CHILDCARE AND LEARNING CENTER Miami Lakes | 1.2 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S PARADISE Hialeah | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| YOUTH CO-OP CHARTER SCHOOL Hialeah | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| YOUTH CO-OP PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Hialeah | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| HAPPY HEARTS LEARNING CENTER Hialeah | 1.2 mi | — |
| SOUTHEASTERN HIGH SCHOOL Miami Lakes | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CONTINENTAL ACADEMY Miami Lakes | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| KINGDOM PALACE DAYCARE INC. Hialeah | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| JOHN G. DUPUIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| MARCUS A. MILAM K-8 CENTER Hialeah | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,934
Median Home Value
$398,400
Median Rent
$1,720/mo
Population
40,742
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
42.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High
What grades does Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High serve?
Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High?
Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High rank in FL?
Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High ranks #2,586 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High a charter school?
No, Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High a Title I school?
No, Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hialeah-miami Lakes Senior High?
60.5% of students at Hialeah-miami Lakes 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
- 1,353
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.2%
- Phone
- (305) 823-1330
- 4-Year Graduation
- 99%+
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #380 of 497
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