MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
MIAMI SUNSET 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 1,415 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 65 teachers, MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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 SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located in the Kendall area of Miami-Dade County, is a well-established public secondary institution serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district, the school has long been a staple of the local community, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations. The school is known for its "Knights" mascot and maintains a focus on preparing students for post-secondary success through its instructional programs and dedicated faculty.
In addition to its standard academic offerings, Miami Sunset Senior High provides various pathways for student development, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized elective programs. The school’s campus serves as a hub for community engagement, reflecting the diverse and vibrant culture of the surrounding Miami area. By fostering an environment that balances rigorous educational standards with opportunities for personal growth, Miami Sunset strives to equip its student body with the skills necessary to excel in both higher education and the professional workforce.
For more information, contact MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (305) 385-4255 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
MIAMI, FL 33183-2427
(305) 385-4255
MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MIAMI, FL with about 1,415 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- MIAMI-DADE
- Total Students:
- 1,415
- Teachers:
- 65
- 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 school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,415 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 88% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 88.1%
- White
- 6.8%
- Black or African American
- 4.2%
- Asian
- 0.6%
- Two or more races
- 0.3%
- Female
- 43.0%
- Male
- 57.0%
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.