BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 976 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, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH School, located in the historic Overtown neighborhood of Miami, Florida, holds a significant place in the city's educational landscape as the first public high school for Black students in the region. Since its founding in 1926, the school has maintained a deep-rooted commitment to community identity and academic development. It serves a diverse urban population and operates under the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district, focusing on providing students with the tools necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.

The school is widely recognized not only for its academic offerings but also for its storied athletic tradition, particularly its highly successful football program, which has garnered multiple state championships. Beyond sports, Booker T. Washington offers a variety of extracurricular activities and career-technical programs designed to foster leadership and workforce readiness. By bridging its rich historical legacy with modern educational initiatives, the school continues to serve as a vital cornerstone for the youth of the Overtown community and the broader Miami area.

For more information, contact BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH at (305) 324-8900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.