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#1991 of 3,778 schools in FL
Miami Palmetto Senior High School
High School · MIAMI-DADE
7431 SW 120TH STREET, Miami, FL 33156
Enrollment
2,672
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,672
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,991 of 3,778
In Miami
#184 of 280
public schools
In district
#324 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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Miami Palmetto Senior High School
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About Miami Palmetto Senior High School
Miami Palmetto Senior High School is a public high school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Miami Palmetto Senior High School serves approximately 2,672 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Miami Palmetto Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,991 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Miami Palmetto Senior High School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Miami Palmetto Senior High School is a large school: 2,672 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.
Miami Palmetto Senior High School runs 25.7:1 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.
35% of students at Miami Palmetto 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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Miami Palmetto Senior High School — Students at Miami Palmetto Senior High School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.2%
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: 4.8/10.
How Miami Palmetto Senior High School Compares
See how Miami Palmetto 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
7431 SW 120TH STREET, Miami, FL 33156
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miami Palmetto Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT PINECREST (rated 9.7/10, 0.1 miles away, in nearby Pinecrest), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VINELAND K-8 CENTER (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT PINECREST Pinecrest | 0.1 mi | 9.7 |
| ST LOUIS COVENANT SCHOOL Pinecrest | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.4 mi | 9.5 |
| PALMETTO MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| VINELAND K-8 CENTER Miami | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY CONTINENTAL Miami | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| HOWARD DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| KENDALL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Miami | 1.2 mi | — |
| CHILDRENS RESOURCES Miami | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| SOL ACADEMY, INC Miami | 1.4 mi | — |
| CATTOIRA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Miami | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - MIAMI Miami | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| KENWOOD K-8 CENTER Miami | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL, INC. Palmetto Bay | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SUNRISE SCHOOL OF MIAMI Palmetto Bay | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palmetto Bay | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| PINECREST PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Pinecrest | 2.1 mi | — |
| GULLIVER PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC, Pinecrest | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PINECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33156 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,720
Median Home Value
$1,063,100
Median Rent
$1,936/mo
Population
32,708
College Educated
66.4%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
42
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| School | Rating |
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| CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Coral Gables, FL | 6.1 |
| FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL West Palm Beach, FL | 6.1 |
| GOLDEN GATE HIGH SCHOOL Naples, FL | 6.1 |
| HILLSBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 6.1 |
| JENSEN BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Jensen Beach, FL | 6.1 |
| MELBOURNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Melbourne, FL | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miami Palmetto Senior High School
What grades does Miami Palmetto Senior High School serve?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Miami Palmetto Senior High School?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miami Palmetto Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Miami Palmetto Senior High School is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miami Palmetto Senior High School rank in FL?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School ranks #1,991 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Miami Palmetto Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Palmetto Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miami Palmetto Senior High School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Miami Palmetto Senior High School a charter school?
No, Miami Palmetto Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miami Palmetto Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Miami Palmetto Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miami Palmetto Senior High School?
31.2% of students at Miami Palmetto 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
- 2,672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 104
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (305) 235-1360
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #324 of 497
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