DORAL PERFORMING ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ACADEMY
Charter School
402 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Doral Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy (DPAA) is a specialized magnet school located in Doral, Florida, serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district, the academy is designed for students who demonstrate a passion for the arts and wish to pursue intensive training alongside a rigorous academic curriculum. The school provides a unique environment where students can balance their high school graduation requirements with professional-level instruction in various creative disciplines.
The academy’s curriculum is centered on providing students with a comprehensive foundation in the performing and entertainment arts, including areas such as dance, theater, music, and digital media. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere, DPAA aims to prepare students for both higher education and careers in the competitive entertainment industry. With its location in the heart of Doral and its affiliation with the broader district, the school serves as a hub for artistic expression, encouraging students to refine their technical skills while developing the critical thinking and professional discipline necessary for long-term success.
The academy’s curriculum is centered on providing students with a comprehensive foundation in the performing and entertainment arts, including areas such as dance, theater, music, and digital media. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere, DPAA aims to prepare students for both higher education and careers in the competitive entertainment industry. With its location in the heart of Doral and its affiliation with the broader district, the school serves as a hub for artistic expression, encouraging students to refine their technical skills while developing the critical thinking and professional discipline necessary for long-term success.
402
Total Students
3.0
Full-Time Teachers
134.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic | 382 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
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Hispanic382 (95.0 %)
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White14 (3.5 %)
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Black3 (0.7 %)
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Asian3 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | MIAMI-DADE |
| Phone: | (305)597-9950 |
| Website: | http://dachs.dadeschools.net |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 402 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 3.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 134.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 64 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 23 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
74
Grade 10
92
Grade 11
118
Grade 12
118
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 74 |
| Grade 10 | 92 |
| Grade 11 | 118 |
| Grade 12 | 118 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 320 | 79.6% |
| Male | 82 | 20.4% |
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