MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 2,779 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 105 teachers, MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located in Pinecrest, Florida, is a highly regarded public secondary school within the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Serving students in grades 9–12, the school is well-known for its rigorous academic environment and its extensive array of honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and dual-enrollment courses. It consistently maintains a reputation for excellence, frequently ranking among the top-performing schools in Florida and boasting a high graduation rate with a significant portion of its student body moving on to prestigious colleges and universities.

Beyond its academic achievements, Palmetto Senior High is defined by a vibrant extracurricular culture and a strong sense of community. The school offers a diverse range of athletic programs, competitive academic teams, fine arts ensembles, and student-led clubs that cater to various interests and talents. With a storied history and a commitment to preparing students for competitive global environments, the school remains a cornerstone of the Pinecrest community, fostering both personal growth and professional preparation for its diverse student population.

For more information, contact MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (305) 235-1360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

7460 SW 118TH ST
MIAMI, FL 33156-4572
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MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MIAMI, FL with about 2,779 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
MIAMI-DADE
Total Students:
2,779
Teachers:
105
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,779 students

Hispanic/Latino
50.7%
White
28.5%
Black or African American
15.7%
Asian
3.7%
Two or more races
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.