Below Average
#2885 of 3,778 schools in FL
Miami Northwestern Senior High
High School · MIAMI-DADE
1100 NW 71ST ST, Miami, FL 33150
Enrollment
1,429
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,429
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,885 of 3,778
In Miami
#242 of 280
public schools
In district
#422 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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About Miami Northwestern Senior High
Miami Northwestern Senior High is a public high school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Miami Northwestern Senior High serves approximately 1,429 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Miami Northwestern Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,885 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Miami Northwestern Senior High show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Miami Northwestern 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.
Miami Northwestern Senior High runs 20.4:1 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.
60% of students at Miami Northwestern 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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Miami Northwestern Senior High — Students at Miami Northwestern Senior High score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.3%
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: 6.9/10.
How Miami Northwestern Senior High Compares
See how Miami Northwestern 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
1100 NW 71ST ST, Miami, FL 33150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miami Northwestern Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIAMI EDISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WESTERN GENERAL EDUCATION (rated 4.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER-804 (rated 4.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| THENA CROWDER EARLY CHILDHOOD DIAGNOSTIC SPECIAL EDUCATION Miami | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| LIBERTY ACADEMY Miramar | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| B. WRIGHT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Miami | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| MERRY POPPINS DAYCARE KINDERGARTEN INC Miami | 0.6 mi | — |
| EDISON PARK K-8 CENTER Miami | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ARCOLA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| JESSE J. MCCRARY JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INC. DBA MCDONALDS PLAYWORLD Miami | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| MIAMI EDISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER-804 Miami | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ORCHARD VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| WYNWOOD LEARNING CENTER II Miami | 0.9 mi | — |
| SHINING LIGHT CHILDCARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Miami | 0.9 mi | — |
| EDC ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Miami | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| WORSHIPER'S HOUSE OF PRAYER ACADEMY Miami | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| AMC ACADEMY Miami | 0.9 mi | — |
| WESTERN GENERAL EDUCATION Miami | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| GOSPEL ASSEMBLY ACADEMY INC Miami | 1.0 mi | — |
| LIBERTY CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood 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
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|---|---|
| AMERICAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 4.9 |
| BAY HIGH SCHOOL Panama City, FL | 4.9 |
| BLAKE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 4.9 |
| CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater, FL | 4.9 |
| GULF HIGH SCHOOL New Port Richey, FL | 4.9 |
| JONES HIGH Orlando, FL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miami Northwestern Senior High
What grades does Miami Northwestern Senior High serve?
Miami Northwestern Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Miami Northwestern Senior High?
Miami Northwestern Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miami Northwestern Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Miami Northwestern Senior High is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miami Northwestern Senior High rank in FL?
Miami Northwestern Senior High ranks #2,885 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Miami Northwestern Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Miami Northwestern Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Miami Northwestern Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miami Northwestern Senior High has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Miami Northwestern Senior High a charter school?
No, Miami Northwestern Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miami Northwestern Senior High a Title I school?
No, Miami Northwestern Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miami Northwestern Senior High?
70.3% of students at Miami Northwestern 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
- 1,429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.9%
- Phone
- (305) 836-0991
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #422 of 497
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