Serving 462 students in grades 9-12, North Gardens High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 16% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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North Gardens High School's student population of 462 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
North Gardens High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Gardens High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3621 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
56%
37%
Black
41%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
16%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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North Gardens High School is ranked #3621 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Gardens High School?
The graduation rate of North Gardens High School is 16%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Gardens High School?
462 students attend North Gardens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of North Gardens High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does North Gardens High School offer ?
North Gardens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Gardens High School part of?
North Gardens High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is North Gardens High School located?
North Gardens High School is located in the Carol City neighborhood of Opa Locka, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Carol City.
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Great school. My son was not doing well in his school. We transferred him over and graduated I less than a year. He now attends FIU and is doing great. I am graceful for the amazing staff who demonstrated that they love and believe in what they do. The school is great from Principal to custodian. I was definitely satisfied!!.
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