Miami Palmetto Senior High School is a public high school located at 7431 S.W. 120th Street in Pinecrest, Florida. The school is on 23 acres in southwest Miami-Dade County, and is part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Miami Norland Senior High is Miami Palmetto's sister school by original blueprints.
Serving 2,672 students in grades 9-12, Miami Palmetto Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miami Palmetto Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Miami Palmetto Senior High School's student population of 2,672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
White, Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Miami Palmetto Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miami Palmetto Senior High School is 0.55, 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
#1371 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
62%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Florida Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Palmetto Senior High School's ranking?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School is ranked #1371 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Miami Palmetto Senior High School often compared to?
Miami Palmetto Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Reef Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miami Palmetto Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Miami Palmetto Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Miami Palmetto Senior High School?
2,672 students attend Miami Palmetto Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Miami Palmetto Senior High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miami Palmetto Senior High School?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Palmetto Senior High School offer ?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miami Palmetto Senior High School part of?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Miami Palmetto Senior High School located?
Miami Palmetto Senior High School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR; BEGINNING OF 1ST QUARTER
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK - NO SCHOOL
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK - NO SCHOOL
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL/END OF 4TH QUARTER
June 04, 2026 (Thursday)
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