Southwest Miami Senior High School

Southwest Miami Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
8855 SW 50th Ter,  Miami, FL
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
4.2
4.1
2,297 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Carlos A Diaz
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
45%
Reading Proficiency
51%
Average GPA
3.38
Graduation Rate
98%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.38
Reading Proficiency
51%
Math Proficiency
45%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
110
Full Time Teachers
110
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
540
Verbal
560
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
22
Reading
24
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
64.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
604:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.9%
Female
46.1%
Hispanic
95.4%
White
3.1%
Black
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Two or more races
<1%

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 941 Students
Miami Dade College 760 Students
University of Miami 550 Students
University of Florida 490 Students
Florida State University 429 Students
University of Central Florida 373 Students
Nova Southeastern University 286 Students
University of South Florida 209 Students
University of North Florida 170 Students
Florida Atlantic University 165 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 175 Students
Business 145 Students
Psychology 135 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 130 Students
Nursing 127 Students
Pre-Law Studies 50 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 47 Students
Computer Science 45 Students
Accounting 43 Students
Criminology 38 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 370 Reviews
4.0 Senior
1/8/2025
The best part is how much a teacher can change your life and the medical program that is the best program I have ever been in the worst part is how strict they are getting
4.0 Alum
8/11/2024
I have enjoyed my time here during my high school years. Baseball was definitely our school best sport and volleyball. I was part of the swim team and all I can say is I had great memories!
4.0 Senior
4/18/2024
It been a good experience so far with some ups and downs. My best experience is with the faculty and staff since a lot of them are very caring.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 7 Reviews
5.0 parent
6/3/2022
i like southwest more than coral park
5.0 student
9/3/2017
This is a amazing school and have a really goods teachers in especific Mrs. Nazaria amd Mrs. Anez
4.0 parent
5/20/2013
My child has been in this school since August 2012. Southwest Miami Senior High School is an awesome place for my child, the comunication between teachers and us is excellent. Is like a big family. We going to miss this school because we will move to another county. :(
5.0 student
11/3/2012
Southwest is an amazing school and the staff there is great although the school does have stupid rules like "no hoodies when it is cold" or "wear school pant during spirit week activities" or " no crocs" they do have a very disciplined program and are know to have an amazing attendance schedule due...

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Southwest Miami Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Miami, FL and is served by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 2,297 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 45% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 51% are proficient in reading. Southwest Miami Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.38, the graduation rate is 98%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1100 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $810,655. Discover additional schools in the area, like Miami Coral Park Senior High School, South Miami Senior High School, Florida Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Miami has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Southwest Miami Senior High School.

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