Below Average
#2951 of 3,778 schools in FL
Miami Sunset Senior High School
High School · MIAMI-DADE
13125 SW 72ND ST, Miami, FL 33183
Enrollment
1,065
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,065
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,951 of 3,778
In Miami
#247 of 280
public schools
In district
#432 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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Miami Sunset Senior High School
High School in Miami · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Miami Sunset Senior High School
Miami Sunset Senior High School is a public high school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Miami Sunset Senior High School serves approximately 1,065 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Miami Sunset Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,951 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Miami Sunset Senior High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Miami Sunset Senior High School runs 20.5:1 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.
38% of students at Miami Sunset 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 Sunset Senior High School — Students at Miami Sunset Senior High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.3/10.
How Miami Sunset Senior High School Compares
See how Miami Sunset 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
13125 SW 72ND ST, Miami, FL 33183
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miami Sunset Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ARCHIMEDEAN UPPER CONSERVATORY (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET PALMS ACADEMY (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARCHIMEDEAN MIDDLE CONSERVATORY (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WINSTON PARK K-8 CENTER Miami | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CALUSA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Miami | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PNEUMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ARCHIMEDEAN ACADEMY Miami | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| HOWARD D. MCMILLAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ARCHIMEDEAN MIDDLE CONSERVATORY Miami | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| ARCHIMEDEAN UPPER CONSERVATORY Miami | 0.7 mi | 9.5 |
| ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL MIDDLE Miami | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| ACADEMIR PREPARATORY ACADEMY Miami | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| VICTORIA'S PLAYHOUSE PRE-K Miami | 1.1 mi | — |
| SOMERSET PALMS ACADEMY Miami | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Miami | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLLYWOOD EDUCATION LITERACY PROJECT MIAMI Miami | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| CASA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Miami | 1.2 mi | — |
| BRIGHT FUTURES PRESCHOOL Miami | 1.2 mi | — |
| MOT ACADEMY Miami | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| M.O.T. ACADEMY Miami | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ROSEMONT ACADEMY Miami | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ROYAL GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33183 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,741
Median Home Value
$372,000
Median Rent
$1,880/mo
Population
33,811
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
47.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miami Sunset Senior High School
What grades does Miami Sunset Senior High School serve?
Miami Sunset Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Miami Sunset Senior High School?
Miami Sunset Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,065 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miami Sunset Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Miami Sunset Senior High School is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miami Sunset Senior High School rank in FL?
Miami Sunset Senior High School ranks #2,951 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Miami Sunset Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Miami Sunset Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Sunset Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miami Sunset Senior High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Miami Sunset Senior High School a charter school?
No, Miami Sunset Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miami Sunset Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Miami Sunset Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miami Sunset Senior High School?
51.7% of students at Miami Sunset 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
- 1,065
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (305) 385-4255
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #432 of 497
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