Barbara Goleman Senior High School

Barbara Goleman Senior High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 8-12
14100 NW 89th Ave,  Miami Lakes, FL
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
3.6
3.6
2,684 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Manuel Sanchez IIi
Student Teacher Ratio
28:1
Average SAT Score
1120
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
58%
Reading Proficiency
69%
Average GPA
3.44
Graduation Rate
99%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.44
Reading Proficiency
69%
Math Proficiency
58%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
28:1
Teachers
110
Full Time Teachers
110
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1120
Math
550
Verbal
570
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
22
Reading
23
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
24
AP Pass Rate
42.7%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
550:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.9%
Male
48.1%
Hispanic
82.2%
Black
13.5%
White
2.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Two or more races
<1%

School Rankings

#54 Niche Standout HS in Florida
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Florida International University 1,082 Students
University of Florida 729 Students
Florida State University 703 Students
University of Central Florida 691 Students
University of Miami 671 Students
Miami Dade College 624 Students
Nova Southeastern University 414 Students
University of South Florida 327 Students
Florida Atlantic University 294 Students
University of North Florida 248 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 236 Students
Psychology 210 Students
Biology 166 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 122 Students
Nursing 111 Students
Pre-Law Studies 100 Students
Marketing 94 Students
Computer Science 83 Students
Criminology 82 Students
Accounting 80 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 376 Reviews
4.0 Senior
3/31/2025
A solid school for upcoming high school students. An abundance of extracurriculars and opportunities with many great teachers and staff leading the charge. To me, the school seems more focused on the humanities side of things rather than STEM classes.
5.0 Junior
1/21/2025
My overall experience has been great at Barbara Goleman.I have created so many new friendships and expanded my knowledge in subjects id never expect to find interest in.
5.0 Senior
1/13/2025
I wouldn't really want to change anything. Goleman has been a great experience where I've had the privilege to meet tons of new teachers and friends that have helped me excel in every aspect.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 13 Reviews
1.0 other
10/10/2024
Unfortunately I had a very bad experience in this school.
2.0 other
9/20/2024
In my experience with this school, unfortunately, there's a lot of racial tension and disrespect going on. Especially in reference, to supporting staff and in reference to their school security guards And how they speak to the children in the school. They are very aggressive and rude. Not everyone s...
5.0 parent
3/6/2024
Amazing school with lots of curriculums. Great leaders and magnet programs
5.0 other
1/17/2024
Great school! Love working here! Very clean and nice place for students to learn.

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Barbara Goleman Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 8-12 in Miami Lakes, FL, in the Miami Lakes neighborhood, and is served by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 2,684 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 28:1. Academic records show that 58% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 69% are proficient in reading. Barbara Goleman Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.44, the graduation rate is 99%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1120 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $760,277. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hialeah Gardens Senior High School, Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy, Lincoln-Marti Community Agency 76, and more. Learn more about what Miami Lakes has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Barbara Goleman Senior High School.

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