The City of Hialeah Educational Academy, also known as COHEA Career and Collegiate Academy is a public charter school in Hialeah, Florida. The school serves middle and high school students from 6th to 12th grade.
Serving 1,002 students in grades 6-12, City Of Hialeah Educational Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
City Of Hialeah Educational Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
City Of Hialeah Educational Academy's student population of 1,002 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,002 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Blue, Grey
School Rankings
City Of Hialeah Educational Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of City Of Hialeah Educational Academy is 0.04, 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
#1127 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City Of Hialeah Educational Academy's ranking?
City Of Hialeah Educational Academy is ranked #1127 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are City Of Hialeah Educational Academy often compared to?
City Of Hialeah Educational Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bob Graham Education Center, Ben Sheppard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of City Of Hialeah Educational Academy?
The graduation rate of City Of Hialeah Educational Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend City Of Hialeah Educational Academy?
1,002 students attend City Of Hialeah Educational Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of City Of Hialeah Educational Academy students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of City Of Hialeah Educational Academy?
City Of Hialeah Educational Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does City Of Hialeah Educational Academy offer ?
City Of Hialeah Educational Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is City Of Hialeah Educational Academy part of?
City Of Hialeah Educational Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I THINK THAT CITY OF HIALEAH IS REALLY GOOD BECAUSE KIDS REALLY LEARN A LOT OF FACTS AND CAN DO THE HOMEWORK MORE EASIER BEACUSE THE TEACHERS ARE REALLY SCRIT AND KID LEARN MORE BETTER THAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.AND IT HAS A LOT OF DICIPLIN.IT MAY BE SMALL BUT ITS REALLY GOOD AND HELPFUL WITH KIDS THAT NEED HELP
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