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#2802 of 3,778 schools in FL
Westland Hialeah Senior High School
High School · MIAMI-DADE
4000 W 18TH AVE, Hialeah, FL 33012
Enrollment
1,106
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,106
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,802 of 3,778
In Hialeah
#38 of 45
public schools
In district
#413 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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About Westland Hialeah Senior High School
Westland Hialeah Senior High School is a public high school in Hialeah, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Westland Hialeah Senior High School serves approximately 1,106 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Westland Hialeah Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,802 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Westland Hialeah Senior High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Westland Hialeah Senior High School 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.
Westland Hialeah Senior High School runs 21.7:1 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.
52% of students at Westland Hialeah 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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Westland Hialeah Senior High School — Students at Westland Hialeah Senior High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.3%
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: 6.3/10.
How Westland Hialeah Senior High School Compares
See how Westland Hialeah 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
4000 W 18TH AVE, Hialeah, FL 33012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westland Hialeah Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MATER PERFORMING ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hialeah Gardens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MATER ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hialeah Gardens), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hialeah, see our Hialeah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,818
Median Home Value
$355,600
Median Rent
$1,562/mo
Population
69,408
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
48.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westland Hialeah Senior High School
What grades does Westland Hialeah Senior High School serve?
Westland Hialeah Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Westland Hialeah Senior High School?
Westland Hialeah Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,106 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westland Hialeah Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westland Hialeah Senior High School is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westland Hialeah Senior High School rank in FL?
Westland Hialeah Senior High School ranks #2,802 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Westland Hialeah Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westland Hialeah Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Westland Hialeah Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westland Hialeah Senior High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westland Hialeah Senior High School a charter school?
No, Westland Hialeah Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westland Hialeah Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Westland Hialeah Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westland Hialeah Senior High School?
67.3% of students at Westland Hialeah 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
- 1,106
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.1%
- Phone
- (305) 818-3000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90.0%
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #413 of 497
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