2022 Best Schools in Miami

Ransom Everglades School

• Private School
• COCONUT GROVE, FL
• 6-12
• Rating 4.3 out of 5  80 reviews

Alum: When someone affiliated with the school tells you it's not a school for everyone, they really mean that. There are very few POC students, but it's been improving slowly in the last few years. Academics are rigorous, and students are known to be competitive. The campus is beautiful, and the pool is incredibly impressive. The administration needs to improve how they handle students' mental health. There was one incident where a student went to the school's guidance counseling to discuss stress and poor mental health. The counselor ended up telling them "maybe this isn't the school for you" rather than helping them or guiding them.
Read 80 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,130 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart

• Private School
• MIAMI, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.63 out of 5  96 reviews

Senior: Carrollton provides great education, great resources, a gorgeous campus, and a beautiful and supportive tight community. Classes are small and engaging. There is a strong STEM program with pretty good resources. The Arts Program in high school is pretty good too! The workload in high school is challenging and rigorous but with good time management, you can work hard and play hard. You will be well prepared for college!
Read 96 Reviews

• grade A+

• 849 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

School for Advanced Studies - Wolfson

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 11-12
• Rating 4.38 out of 5  181 reviews

Senior: School for Advanced Studies is a really awesome place overall. High school classes are all AP except for Pre-Calculus and are held in the afternoon. During the morning, the teachers hold open office hours for students to swing by and ask questions or get tutoring. The teachers are very friendly and extremely supportive; the small school size will allow you to build more intimate relationships with them and with your fellow peers. The small school size is also a downside as well. Because there are are only about 120 students throughout the 11th and 12th grade classes, clubs and activities are certainly lacking. Additionally, there are no science teachers. If you want to take AP science classes, you're going to have to rely on self-study. Though, that's not inherently a bad thing. School for Advanced Studies demands that students be self-driven and willing to go beyond and learn outside of the classroom, and for that reason, I think it's a pretty neat school.
Read 181 Reviews

• grade A+

• 135 Students
• 45:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

School for Advanced Studies - South

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 11-12
• Rating 4.44 out of 5  270 reviews

Senior: School For Advanced studies is a selective and vigorous program that chooses students based on their academic readiness and integrity. This school is for people who want to further education by taking exclusively AP classes plus college classes, graduating with over 60 credits, high school and AA degree simultaneously. The administration and faculty are very nice diligent and hardworking to make sure students and parents have a good experience. For the most part, teachers are caring and good at their profession and have an implemented tutoring system at which students can come. Located at a college campus, this school provides infinite many resources and students are for the most part, sovereign and independent. It is one of the best schools in Florida and ranks #4 in the top US high school. It is a great school and a great decision for your academic career.
Read 270 Reviews

• grade A+

• 253 Students
• 32:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

School for Advanced Studies - North

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 11-12
• Rating 4.17 out of 5  213 reviews

Alum: School for Advanced Studies (SAS) fostered an unprecedented environment in comparison to my previous schools. The low number of students enrolled in the school allowed for invaluable relationships to flourish between my peers, the faculty, and myself. Few areas can use some improvement, such as the variety of clubs in the school or the involvement of sports. Regardless of the improvement needed, I am grateful to call myself an SAS graduate.
Read 213 Reviews

• grade A+

• 131 Students
• 33:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

School for Advanced Studies - Homestead

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 11-12
• Rating 4.39 out of 5  146 reviews

Alum: It was a wonderful place to attend school. School for Advanced Studies- Homestead campus is by far the best SAS campus there is. The people you will meet, including teachers, administrators, and classmates, are all kind and caring people who want you to be successful and will put in the extra mile to ensure that you are. I was hesitant about attending SAS at first and reluctantly applied, however after getting accepted and thinking long and hard I decided it was a fantastic opportunity that I could not give up. And I was right! It is such an amazing high school and all the lies people say about missing out on highschool experiences is absurd. I had more fun here than I ever did at my previous school. You make new friendships with new people that are just absolutely fantastic and you get a head start on college all while still being a kid with prom, end of the year trips, grad bash, fun intercampus events, and all while attending the #1 school in florida and #4 in the United States.
Read 146 Reviews

• grade A+

• 132 Students
• 44:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Coral Reef Senior High School

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 8-12
• Rating 4.2 out of 5  1,511 reviews

Senior: Coral Reef Senior High School is the best school in South Florida. The faculty and staff ensures that their students are in a safe environment at all times, and takes the safety of their students seriously. Academically Coral Reef has the best and diverse programs that is catered to every individual students different way of learning. There are many resources provided for the students in order to help them succeed academically which is one of my favorite things. Not only is academics something they support the students at Coral Reef with but they make sure to check on the students mental health. Coral Reef has amazing counselors that provide help to their students whenever they need it, and the administration is one of the most welcoming I know. The best part about Coral Reef is the experience of it all, being apart of a magnet program, learning material that interests you, being in a learning environment that is fun and innovative, and most importantly knowing that you matter!
Read 1,511 Reviews

• grade A+

• 3,390 Students
• 27:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

New World School of the Arts

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.26 out of 5  311 reviews

Senior: Being at New World School of the Arts was truly an incredible experience. Throughout your time there, you meet so many new and unique people who all bring something different to the school. The overall environment is very welcoming and you are always supported by the wonderful teachers at the school. On top of that, New World is formatted similarly to a conservatory college, giving students more freedom in their day-to-day at the school and more time to focus on what truly matters, their art.
Read 311 Reviews

• grade A+

• 485 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mast Academy

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 6-12
• Rating 4 out of 5  327 reviews

Alum: Honestly, MAST is a great school. If you are interested in the sciences- I would definitely recommend coming here. The location and hands-on, outdoor opportunities are great! The academics are rigorous and the teachers are great and I feel like I am relatively well prepared for the future. There are some minor issues with administration and school culture but I loved my experience!
Read 327 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,531 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

iPrep Academy

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 3.95 out of 5  114 reviews

Junior: Overall, iPrep Academy is a STEM focused school that does not offer a lot of options for those seeking a career in the arts or sports. There also aren't many afterschool activities and the school lacks in spirit (fundraisers are super challenging). However, its strong suit is that it is a relatively small school, so there is a good opportunity for building up a personalized teacher-student relationship. Regarding the teachers, most of the teachers are excellent and try their best to accommodate the student's needs.
Read 114 Reviews

• grade A+

• 906 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Terra Environmental Research Institute

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.07 out of 5  780 reviews

Senior: When it comes to getting their students ready for not just post-secondary education, but also STEM careers in general, TERRA really does take the cake. The requirements for the Florida Bright Futures FAS scholarship are built into the requirements for graduation, meaning every graduating class will get a full ride opportunity. Within the first year, you quickly find out about which teachers are liked and disliked around the school by word-of-mouth, even if you aren't actively eavesdropping. It's a small school, after all — word gets around pretty fast here. The school offers three academies (Engineering, Biomedical, and Environmental). I'm in Engineering, and I'm proud to say that the school's engineering teachers are not only incredibly knowledgeable in their field, but also very much capable of imparting that knowledge onto students in incredibly engaging ways. All in all, it's an amazing school, and if you or your child wants to go and meets the requirements to do so, GO FOR IT!!
Read 780 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,743 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

MastatFiu

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.08 out of 5  75 reviews

Senior: My experience at MAST at FIU was an amazing experience. I enjoyed the environment that the school is established in. The chance to be in a high school as well as college allowed me to see how rigorous and mentally stimulating universities were. Being at the high school also allowed me to meet a diverse range of students as well as economic backgrounds. I enjoyed taking college level courses as well as taking high school courses as well. I would however like to see a new road construction for accessibility to the school. Since there is only one road that leads you in and out, the safety as well as the convenience of parents and students is very thin. I would also like that the school gave more activities throughout the year. Overall, the school provides a lot of resources and opportunities for teens to achieve their academic goal.
Read 75 Reviews

• grade A+

• 405 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Design & Architecture Senior High School

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.2 out of 5  297 reviews

Senior: DASH is a great school with a wonderful environment. It's thorough artistic curriculum provides young artist the resources they need in order to thrive and develop their creativity. The combination of the program's artistic focus and strong academics does an excellent job at preparing students for college; DASH graduates tend to excel after graduation with their developed sense of independence. The faculty is extremely supportive and well seasoned in their designated areas of teaching. The tight-knit relationship and involvement with their students truly makes DASH a tight knit family.
While the school offers many opportunities, I think a more organized system for acknowledging the mental health and well-being of the students would be beneficial. Many students tend to feel overworked due to the schools demanding curriculum; I think increased communication between the students and faculty as well as implementing a sort of organized structure would enhance the DASH experience.
Read 297 Reviews

• grade A+

• 509 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Cushman School

• Private School
• MIAMI, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.79 out of 5  39 reviews

Parent: My son is a senior at Cushman. Having him prepared for college was an important factor when choosing his school. With a variety of AP classes offered and the small teacher to student ratio, he gets the benefit of challenging courses while working closely with an instructor who knows his abilities and challenges first hand. The teachers and staff are caring, always available and communicative whenever needed. The Cushman families are warm and friendly allowing for friendships to develop not only among the students, but parents as well. I highly recommend the school!
Read 39 Reviews

• grade A+

• 706 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Immaculata-La Salle High School

• Private School
• MIAMI, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.35 out of 5  220 reviews

Senior: Amazing high school experience, the staff is always there to assist me in any needs while also providing a great experience. The school environment is perfect and only allows for the best students to participate. Their lunch is fantastic and I get to eat something different every day with even the chance to eat steak and cake when one of the school sports teams win a game. The education I have received over these four years was nothing short of spectacular and allows me to apply it in real-life situations. Overall an amazing experience!
Read 220 Reviews

• grade A+

• 833 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Doral Academy Charter High School

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4 out of 5  486 reviews

Senior: Definitely, without a doubt, an amazing school where opportunity is all around! I am very pleased with my experience at Doral Academy as the school has shaped me personally and academically into someone I am happy being. Faculty and staff at this school are truly committed to seeing you succeed and it shows through the outstanding student success my peers are demonstrating. Support for anything ranging from homework help to the college admissions process is available to ALL students and I am so grateful for the Firebird family that was there for me throughout all these years. It definitely prepares you adequately for secondary education and I am so proud of saying that I have had the best experience at Doral. It was truly a blessing to attend this amazing school.
Read 486 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,814 Students
• 27:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Medical Academy for Science & Technology (MAST)

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.11 out of 5  261 reviews

Senior: I had a great experience at MAST. The school provided an environment where I could gain knowledge, learn basic skills, and develop many talents. I made many friends throughout my four years at MAST. The teachers were very helpful and accepting! I'm glad I had the opportunity to build great relationships with them. It was definitely the best academic experience I could have received. I wish the school would've had sports but besides that, it was great.
Read 261 Reviews

• grade A+

• 768 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 6-12
• Rating 3.98 out of 5  57 reviews

Junior: I attended Jose Marti Mast for the past six years, and while this school has played a significant role in who I am as a person today, it was not without its faults. JMMA has provided me with a stellar education and teachers dedicated to their students, but it has failed in terms of activities and class unity. Lack of school spirit developed from poorly planned outings and in-school projects, making it harder to create a linked community. When students have concerns, it is challenging to turn to a staff that tends to be just as lost and misinformed as we are. Despite its defects, JMMA has created a competitive environment for the students, which keeps everyone focused on academia and continuously working towards improvement. AP and honors courses are prioritized, and students are encouraged to chase the pursuit of knowledge rigorously. The change I would like to see for the upcoming high schoolers stresses strengthening class bonds and balancing pleasant activities with schoolwork.
Read 57 Reviews

• grade A+

• 936 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Young Women's Preparatory Academy

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 6-12
• Rating 3.73 out of 5  117 reviews

Alum: I have graduated from here several years ago, and attended from 6th-12th grade.

It was, and to my understanding, still remains, an excellent school. The greatest advantage about going here is the ability to get t know your teachers very, very well.

My advice to excel in this school is the following:

I. Bond with the teachers: They are highly skilled, and care deeply about their students. Mine were mentors and confidants. They will help you with whatever you need to get where you want to go, and indeed, help you find out where that is.

II. Particular to high school - be aware of the programmes offered to you: I attribute my success in university to specialising while I was still in high school. YOU CAN DO THIS - you do not have to take a general class load throughout high school. The opportunities for scholarships, academic achievements, and learning about a subfield, are multitudinous. DO DUAL ENROLLMENT. It's a leadership school - be a leader in the navigation of your life!
Read 117 Reviews

• grade A+

• 417 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

International Studies Preparatory Academy

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 3.94 out of 5  123 reviews

Senior: International Studies Preparatory Academy, or ISPA for short, is a school unlike any other. ISPA is a prestigious magnet school specializing in language easily separates itself from the rest of the crowd. It's a vibrant and highly diverse school with students from various regions worldwide, specifically from Europe. Its location is extremely convenient, located right next to a supermarket, a famous shopping center with a movie theater, a gym, and many delicious restaurants. Many of the students are highly competitive and stand out from the rest when it comes to their education and athletic capabilities. A very high percentage of students graduate and get accepted into high-ranking universities, many of them receiving scholarships for their hard work ethic. I absolutely adore my school and recommend it to everyone, especially those who have recently moved to Miami from another country.
Read 123 Reviews

• grade A

• 369 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Archimedean Upper Conservatory (AUC)

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 3.59 out of 5  117 reviews

Senior: Overall a great school but it can slightly limit your ambitions outside of a traditional classroom. Clubs and extracurriculars can be difficult to find. The school is small so there are plenty of resources for everyone and if you want to learn something you can. It is a caring environment where most of the teachers really do want you to succeed and care about your well-being.
Read 117 Reviews

• grade A

• 319 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Doral Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.17 out of 5  126 reviews

Alum: Doral Academy is a wonderful school for all kinds of students. Whether you are an athlete, have a passion for the arts, an academically strong student, or all of the above, you will do great here. The sports teams are determined, the performing arts are very talented, there's a great variety of classes, and the opportunity to earn your AA while being in the school. I was a Performing Arts student for all four years and am so thankful for all the opportunities I was given throughout my time here; competitions, real-world experiences, and in-class projects are just a few. I also was able to get my AA from Doral College, which is a great savings and allowed me to experience college responsibilities early on. I highly recommend Doral to anyone interested!
Read 126 Reviews

• grade A

• 403 Students
• 81:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Henry S. West Laboratory School

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• K-8
• Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

• grade A

• 387 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Coconut Grove Elementary School

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-5
• Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Parent: My experience at CGE has been great. My first child graduated there and my smallest is in 1st Grade. Their Gifted program (Oasis) is wonderful with great teachers and good environment. Right now is undergoing a building expansion and next year will have a new state of the art Music and Art labs. The first time I visited the school and noticed that the Main Office Assistant new the names of some students coming in, I knew this was the school I wanted for my kids!
Read 1 Review

• grade A

• 524 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

International Studies Charter High School

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 3.88 out of 5  120 reviews

Parent: My son has been attending ISCHS already for 2 plus years (since 6th grade and he is now in 8th grade). It's an amazing environment, academically challenging and zero tolerance to bullying. Despite the fact that the school is small, its classrooms size are as big as any other big school campus - each classroom is fully equipped with latest technology. The school doesn't say much from the outside appearance but once you go into the classrooms, it has the facilities of any top private school at no cost. It should be ranked as the #1 most cost-effective middle/high school in Miami-Dade County for sure! Not to mention that it has been ranked consistently for many year as one of the TOP 5 schools in Florida and TOP 50 in the nation by US NEWS & World Report. I would recommend this school to anybody but be open-minded to the size of its campus - hopefully they can soon move to a bigger campus.
Read 120 Reviews

• grade A

• 416 Students
• 28:1 Student-Teacher Ratio