Serving 1,476 students in grades 6-12, Downtown Doral Charter Upper School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downtown Doral Charter Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Downtown Doral Charter Upper School's student population of 1,476 students has grown by 1376% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 1133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Downtown Doral Charter Upper School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downtown Doral Charter Upper School is 0.10, 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
#686 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
95%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downtown Doral Charter Upper School's ranking?
Downtown Doral Charter Upper School is ranked #686 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Downtown Doral Charter Upper School often compared to?
Downtown Doral Charter Upper Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance Middle Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Downtown Doral Charter Upper School?
1,476 students attend Downtown Doral Charter Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Downtown Doral Charter Upper School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downtown Doral Charter Upper School?
Downtown Doral Charter Upper School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Downtown Doral Charter Upper School offer ?
Downtown Doral Charter Upper School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Downtown Doral Charter Upper School part of?
Downtown Doral Charter Upper School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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Date
4th Quarter Ends - Last Day of School
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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