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Archimedean Upper Conservatory (AUC)

#1 in Best Charter High Schools in Florida
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • 9-12
  • Miami, FL
  • 103 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C-
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B-
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    Archimedean Upper Conservatory (AUC) is a top rated, public, charter school located in Miami, FL. It has 320 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1. According to state test scores, 92% of students are at least proficient in math and 92% in reading.
    archimedean.org
    (305) 279-6572
    12425 SW 72nd Street
    Miami, FL 33183

    Archimedean Upper Conservatory (AUC) Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    92%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    92%
    Average Graduation Rate
    90%
    Average SAT
    1300
    131 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    71 responses
    AP Enrollment
    74%
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    Living in the Area
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      C+
    Median Household Income
    $56,017
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,453
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $236,700
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    91%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.11 responses
    Poll
    73%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.11 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 26 responses
    Report
    • Greek Night
      27%
    • Thanksgiving dinner
      27%
    • Field day
      19%
    • Graduation
      12%
    • Homecoming dance
      8%
    • Homecoming
      4%
    • Spirit Week
      4%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    320
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    51%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.11 responses
    36%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.11 responses
    55%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.11 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    11:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $48,870
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    60%
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.14 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.14 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.14 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,153/ year
    National
    $12,239
    47%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.17 responses
    12%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.17 responses
    65%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.17 responses
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    Archimedean Upper Conservatory (AUC) Reviews

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    It is a very rigorous school. Students who graduate from Archimedean tend to excel in college, and the ratio of students going to top institutions is much higher than standard public high schools. Overall, the environment is quite safe, however the school focus is on STEM, leaving very little room for arts, humanities, and sports. This is certainly a demanding a competitive school built for students who want to succeed. There is a lot of work and the course load is quite heavy, which in turn results in higher test scores and well-prepared and disciplined students.
    The food is pretty good. There is a salad bar and everything is very clean. The environment is very safe.
    Overall pretty good for academic-oriented students, but not so much for those who want to excel in other areas.
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    Archimedean Upper Conservatory has a very rigorous curriculum. It is very focused on academics but it loses its school culture. In other schools, there is a lot of school pride but Archimedean is much more work-oriented and they don't tend to focus on school pride. They get you ready for college in many ways and they are very successful in getting all their students into college but the atmosphere is not a family. Students don't truly get the full 'high school experience' like in other schools. There are pros and cons to being such an academically focused school but they lose so much school spirit in doing so which keeps students engaged and proud to represent their school.
    Archimedean is definitely not a school for everyone, but this is exactly what makes it special. Archimedean is a school where faculty members truly care about your future, and their tireless work is highly evident of this. Students learn to manage their time and receive excellent college preparation. In regards to the classes, the Archimedean curriculum is definitely different than most, which is exactly what makes it an effective and engaging curriculum. From Euclidean Geometry to Political Philosophy to Logic to Discrete Math to Greek Language the classes offered at Archimedean ensure that students receive a well-rounded education. At times, the workload might seem unbearable, but this is for our own good- we learn to manage our time wisely and to pace ourselves accordingly. As a junior, I wouldn’t be anywhere else.