Serving 781 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, I Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
I Preparatory Academy's student population of 781 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
781 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
I Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I Preparatory Academy is 0.58, 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
#28 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
61%
38%
Black
10%
21%
White
20%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I Preparatory Academy's ranking?
I Preparatory Academy is ranked #28 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of I Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of I Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend I Preparatory Academy?
781 students attend I Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of I Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I Preparatory Academy?
I Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does I Preparatory Academy offer ?
I Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is I Preparatory Academy part of?
I Preparatory Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is I Preparatory Academy located?
I Preparatory Academy is located in the Downtown Miami neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown Miami.
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