Charter High School Of The Americas (Florida City Campus) is a small public charter high school in Florida City, Florida, serving grades 9-12 with a student population of just 31. Despite its small size and high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, the school has consistently outperformed the Miami-Dade and Florida state averages on key assessments.
The school stands out for its high percentage of Hispanic students (90.32%) and its strong academic performance. On the End-of-Course (EOC) exams in Geometry and US History, Charter High School Of The Americas (Florida City Campus) had 82% of students scoring proficient or better, compared to just 56% and 66% for Miami-Dade and 53% and 63% for the state of Florida, respectively. This consistent high performance is particularly impressive given that 90.32% of the school's students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.
When compared to nearby charter high schools like Somerset Preparatory Academy High School Homestead and Everglades Preparatory Academy High School, Charter High School Of The Americas (Florida City Campus) stands out for its strong academic results and unique student demographics. This school could serve as a model for how charter schools can effectively support and empower underserved communities, and its continued success could have a significant impact on the local area.
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In the 2022-23 school year, 31 students attended Charter High School Of The Americas (Florida City Campus).
Students at Charter High School Of The Americas (Florida City Campus) are 90% Hispanic, 6% African American, 3% White.
Charter High School Of The Americas (Florida City Campus) ranks 301st of 807 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.