Miami Springs Senior High School is a secondary school located at 751 Dove Avenue in Miami Springs, Florida, United States; its principal is Nelson Gonzalez.
Serving 1,067 students in grades 9-12, Miami Springs Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,067 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miami Springs Senior High School's student population of 1,067 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,067 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Burgundy, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Miami Springs Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miami Springs Senior High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2710 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
85%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Hawk (hank The Hawk)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Springs Senior High School's ranking?
Miami Springs Senior High School is ranked #2710 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miami Springs Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Miami Springs Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Miami Springs Senior High School?
1,067 students attend Miami Springs Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Miami Springs Senior High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miami Springs Senior High School?
Miami Springs Senior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Springs Senior High School offer ?
Miami Springs Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miami Springs Senior High School part of?
Miami Springs Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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