International Studies Charter High School

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International Studies Charter High School ranks 95 th of 807 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

International Studies Charter High School is a public charter high school in Miami, Florida, serving 352 students in grades 9-12 and part of the Miami-Dade school district, which is ranked 24th out of 68 districts in Florida.

This high-performing school consistently outperforms the Miami-Dade and Florida state averages in standardized test scores, with 68% proficiency in Algebra 1 EOC, 78% in Geometry EOC, 77% in Biology 1 EOC, and 89% in US History EOC, compared to 61%, 56%, 70%, and 70% respectively for Miami-Dade, and 55%, 53%, 67%, and 68% for the state of Florida. The school also maintains an exceptional 100% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than state and district averages. While chronic absenteeism has increased to 15.7%, it remains lower than the Miami-Dade and Florida averages.

Compared to nearby schools, such as Booker T. Washington Senior High, which has lower test scores and a much higher chronic absenteeism rate of 54.1%, International Studies Charter High School stands out as a high-performing institution serving a population with a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. The school's success can be attributed to its effective teaching practices, dedicated staff, and commitment to providing a quality education for its students.

Detail:

Public, Charter 9-12

2480 SW 8th St
Miami, FL 33135

(305) 643-2955

District: Miami-Dade

SchoolDigger Rank:
95^th of 807 Florida High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,913

Student/teacher ratio: 20.0

Number of students: 360

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

78.9%

White:

17.2%

African American:

1.9%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 60.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details International Studies Charter High School ranks better than 88.2% of high schools in Florida. It also ranks 25^th among 102 ranked high schools in the Miami-Dade School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 75.55. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at International Studies Charter High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (78.9%), White (17.2%), African American (1.9%). (See more...)

Compare Details 60.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at International Studies Charter High School is 20, which is the 30^th best among 102 high schools in the Miami-Dade School District. (See more...)

Compare International Studies Charter High School employs 18 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at International Studies Charter High School is $9,913, which is the 65^th highest among 102 high schools in the Miami-Dade School District.

Schooldigger Rankings:

International Studies Charter High School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks International Studies Charter High School 95^th of 807 Florida public high schools. (See International Studies Charter High School in the ranking list.)

Miami-Dade:

SchoolDigger ranks Miami-Dade 24^th of 68 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for International Studies Charter High School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	FL State Percentile
2007	71.82	142^nd	563	74.8%
2008	79.81	102^nd	577	82.3%
2009	84.59	70^th	587	88.1%
2010	87.49	53^rd	620	91.5%
2011	84.61	79^th	622	87.3%
2012	66.96	113^th	606	81.4%
2013	73.75	103^rd	648	84.1%
2014	84.65	51^st	687	92.6%
2016	77.91	69^th	693	90.0%
2017	88.53	25^th	714	96.5%
2018	86.55	32^nd	716	95.5%
2019	85.32	33^rd	734	95.5%
2021	82.45	51^st	746	93.2%
2022	79.03	72^nd	774	90.7%
2023	79.51	76^th	792	90.4%
2024	75.55	95^th	807	88.2%

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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Florida Department of Education

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by a parent
Saturday, June 7, 2014

International Studies Charter High School
The Best International School in Miami. Full French, Spanish and Italian Bach school in Miami. They are located in a small building in 8Th Street but with the best Teachers and Principal management you can get. This is not a private school grading system ; It is an International School with full French,Spanish and Italian grading system and classes. Your kid has to be ready for a fully multilingual experience with advanced language skills and Math; with International AP and Bacheleorate testing.

It will be usefull for Universities equivalence and tranfers. All florida Universities have high score rating for this school. Close Quote

Enrollment information for International Studies Charter High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2005	18	1	0	44	n/a	n/a	0	63
2006	34	5	0	68	n/a	n/a	0	107
2007	52	8	0	95	n/a	n/a	1	156
2008	69	5	0	160	n/a	n/a	3	237
2009	74	3	0	175	n/a	n/a	4	256
2010	74	4	1	225	n/a	n/a	0	304
2011	61	8	1	287	0	0	0	357
2012	64	5	1	277	0	0	0	347
2013	72	8	1	278	0	0	0	359
2014	110	7	1	284	0	0	0	402
2015	103	8	2	286	0	0	0	399
2016	106	7	4	296	0	0	0	413
2017	101	7	6	307	0	0	0	421
2018	97	4	4	298	0	1	0	404
2019	98	3	4	294	0	2	0	401
2020	89	4	5	314	0	4	0	416
2021	70	3	6	323	0	3	0	405
2022	68	4	5	330	0	4	0	411
2023	57	6	4	283	0	2	0	352
2024	62	7	5	284	0	2	0	360

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at International Studies Charter High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2005	63	9.0	7.0	36.5
2006	107	11.0	9.7	25.2
2007	156	n/a	n/a	20.6
2008	237	18.5	12.8	15.8
2009	256	16.1	16.0	19.4
2010	304	17.0	17.8	36.8
2011	357	21.0	17.0	50.1
2012	347	22.0	15.7	53.3
2013	359	27.0	13.2	61
2014	402	n/a	n/a	60.7
2015	399	41.0	9.7	60.7
2016	413	12.0	34.4	62
2017	421	29.0	14.5	96
2018	404	n/a	n/a	74.8
2019	401	20.0	20.0	73.3
2020	416	15.0	27.7	53.6
2021	405	16.0	25.3	59
2022	411	21.0	19.5	65.5
2023	352	18.0	19.5	56.3
2024	360	18.0	20.0	60.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio International Studies Charter High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2005	63	9.0	7.0	36.5
2006	107	11.0	9.7	25.2
2007	156	n/a	n/a	20.6
2008	237	18.5	12.8	15.8
2009	256	16.1	16.0	19.4
2010	304	17.0	17.8	36.8
2011	357	21.0	17.0	50.1
2012	347	22.0	15.7	53.3
2013	359	27.0	13.2	61
2014	402	n/a	n/a	60.7
2015	399	41.0	9.7	60.7
2016	413	12.0	34.4	62
2017	421	29.0	14.5	96
2018	404	n/a	n/a	74.8
2019	401	20.0	20.0	73.3
2020	416	15.0	27.7	53.6
2021	405	16.0	25.3	59
2022	411	21.0	19.5	65.5
2023	352	18.0	19.5	56.3
2024	360	18.0	20.0	60.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for International Studies Charter High School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018	$00 (0.0%)	$7,822 (100.0%)	$7,822
2019	$149 (2.0%)	$7,474 (98.0%)	$7,623
2020	$27 (0.4%)	$7,046 (99.6%)	$7,073
2021	$517 (6.6%)	$7,331 (93.4%)	$7,848
2022	$535 (7.6%)	$6,462 (92.4%)	$6,997
2023	$1,730 (17.5%)	$8,183 (82.5%)	$9,913

Data source: Florida Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on International Studies Charter High School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 33^rd of 734 High schools	Ranks 76^th of 792 High schools	5.1%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
9th Grade English Language Arts (International Studies Charter High School)	85	77	8%
9th Grade English Language Arts (Miami-Dade)	55	54	1%
9th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	55	51	4%
10th Grade English Language Arts (International Studies Charter High School)	89	77	12%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Miami-Dade)	53	52	1%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	53	49	4%
End of Course Biology 1 (International Studies Charter High School)	82	75	7%
End of Course Biology 1 (Miami-Dade)	68	65	3%
End of Course Biology 1 (Florida)	67	63	4%
End of Course US History (International Studies Charter High School)	100	89	11%
End of Course US History (Miami-Dade)	71	66	5%
End of Course US History (Florida)	70	63	7%
End of Course Algebra 1 (International Studies Charter High School)	80	59	21%
End of Course Algebra 1 (Miami-Dade)	63	57	6%
End of Course Algebra 1 (Florida)	62	54	8%
End of Course Geometry (International Studies Charter High School)	93	78	15%
End of Course Geometry (Miami-Dade)	55	49	6%
End of Course Geometry (Florida)	57	50	7%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	401	352	12.2%
African American	3	6	100%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	4	4
Hispanic	294	283	3.7%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	98	57	41.8%
Two or More Races	2	2
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	73.3%	56.3%	17.1%

Schools Near International Studies Charter High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				FAST English Language Arts (2024)					FAST Math (2024)		EOC Algebra 1 (2024)	EOC Geometry (2024)	EOC Biology 1 (2024)	EOC US History (2024)	EOC Civics (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 9th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 10th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC US History End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
International Studies Charter High School	Public, Charter	9-12	2480 SW 8th St	Miami	33135	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	No	No	No	(305) 643-2955	360	18	20.0	60.3%	62 (17.2%)	7 (1.9%)	284 (78.9%)	5 (1.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.6%)	75.6	95^th of 807 public high schools	88.2%		79.5	76^th of 792 public high schools	90.4%	19				72.0	71.0			68.0	78.0	77.0	89.0		$9,913	$1,730	$8,183
Miami Senior High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	2450 SW 1st St	Miami	33135	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	Yes	No	Yes	(305) 649-9800	3,018	122	24.7	62.0%	47 (1.6%)	101 (3.3%)	2,860 (94.8%)	4 (0.1%)	2 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (0.1%)	47.8	328^th of 807 public high schools	59.4%		41.9	371^st of 792 public high schools	53.2%	43				45.0	52.0			51.0	45.0	66.0	77.0		$9,420	$1,482	$7,938
Green Springs High School	Public, Charter	9-12	3555 NW 7th St	Miami	33125	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	No	No	No	(305) 720-2996	551	10	55.1	5.6%	6 (1.1%)	22 (4.0%)	521 (94.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.4%)	3.8	741^st of 807 public high schools	8.2%		3.4	743^rd of 792 public high schools	6.2%	2				24.0	17.0			4.0	1.0	5.0	11.0		$8,124	$4,320	$3,805
Young Womens Preparatory Academy	Public, Magnet	6-12	1150 SW 1st St	Miami	33130	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	Yes	No	No	(305) 575-1200	313	20	15.6	43.1%	39 (12.5%)	59 (18.8%)	200 (63.9%)	10 (3.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.6%)	86.4	41^st of 807 public high schools	94.9%		86.2	44^th of 792 public high schools	94.4%	3	79.0	89.0	83.0	85.0	90.0	84.0	95.0	94.0	85.0	92.0	76.0	98.0	$13,904	$1,418	$12,486
Mater Academy East Preparatory	Public, Charter	6-12	998 SW 1st St	Miami	33130	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	No	No	Yes	(305) 324-4667	20	1	20.0	85.0%	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	20 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)	95.0					100.0							$21,477	$762	$20,715
Sports Leadership Arts Management Charter High School	Public, Charter	9-12	604 NW 12 Ave	Miami	33136	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	No	No	Yes	(305) 326-0003	999	1	999.0	92.5%	20 (2.0%)	55 (5.5%)	919 (92.0%)	1 (0.1%)	3 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	51.1	291^st of 807 public high schools	63.9%		51.8	271^st of 792 public high schools	65.8%	20				50.0	60.0			46.0	60.0	60.0	76.0		$10,300	$1,521	$8,779
Charter High School Of The Americas	Public, Charter	9-12	988 Flagler St	Miami	33130	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	No	No	Yes	(305) 325-1001	145	6	24.1	46.9%	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	145 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	44.6	371^st of 807 public high schools	54.0%		55.5	235^th of 792 public high schools	70.3%	136				34.0	37.0			65.0	79.0	63.0	61.0		$8,738	$688	$8,050
Mater Brickell Academy High	Public, Charter	9-12	230 SW 17 Rd	Miami	33129	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(305) 828-1886	357	0	26.1	59.1%	40 (11.2%)	7 (2.0%)	303 (84.9%)	6 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	70.9	129^th of 807 public high schools	84.0%					(n/a)				73.0	71.0			70.0	63.0	79.0	81.0		$17,230	$5,839	$11,392
Booker T. Washington Senior High	Public, Magnet	9-12	1200 NW 6th Ave	Miami	33136	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	Yes	No	Yes	(305) 324-8900	1,036	54	19.1	56.6%	6 (0.6%)	344 (33.2%)	685 (66.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	20.3	636^th of 807 public high schools	21.2%		14	648^th of 792 public high schools	18.2%	12				22.0	29.0			36.0	32.0	48.0	53.0		$12,733	$2,587	$10,146
Law Enforcement Officers Memorial High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	300 NW 2nd Ave	Miami	33128	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	Yes	No	Yes	(305) 371-0400	299	18	16.6	61.2%	10 (3.3%)	104 (34.8%)	180 (60.2%)	3 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	1 (0.3%)	54.9	253^rd of 807 public high schools	68.6%		61.2	191^st of 792 public high schools	75.9%	62				49.0	57.0			27.0	72.0	67.0	84.0		$16,323	$2,970	$13,353

Frequently Asked Questions about International Studies Charter High School

What is the racial makeup of International Studies Charter High School?

Students at International Studies Charter High School are 79% Hispanic, 17% White, 2% African American, 1% Asian.

How many students attend International Studies Charter High School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 360 students attended International Studies Charter High School.

Is International Studies Charter High School a good school?

International Studies Charter High School ranks 95^th of 807 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What district is International Studies Charter High School in?

Miami-Dade

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