John A. Ferguson Senior High School is a certified magnet and academy high school located at 15900 SW 56th Street in Kendall West, Florida, United States. This Miami-Dade County public school mainly serves the outer portion of Kendall West, a suburb of Miami.
Serving 4,291 students in grades 9-12, John A. Ferguson Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4,291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John A. Ferguson Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
John A. Ferguson Senior High School's student population of 4,291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 161 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
4,291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
161 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Black, Silver
School Calendar
Campus Size
60 acres
School Motto
No goal's too high where falcons fly
Average Class Size
28 students
School Rankings
John A. Ferguson Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John A. Ferguson Senior High School is 0.12, 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
#882 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
94%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John A. Ferguson Senior High School's ranking?
John A. Ferguson Senior High School is ranked #882 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are John A. Ferguson Senior High School often compared to?
John A. Ferguson Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Reef Senior High School, Miami Sunset Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of John A. Ferguson Senior High School?
The graduation rate of John A. Ferguson Senior High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend John A. Ferguson Senior High School?
4,291 students attend John A. Ferguson Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of John A. Ferguson Senior High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John A. Ferguson Senior High School?
John A. Ferguson Senior High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does John A. Ferguson Senior High School offer ?
John A. Ferguson Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John A. Ferguson Senior High School part of?
John A. Ferguson Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is John A. Ferguson Senior High School located?
John A. Ferguson Senior High School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 48 other public schools located in West End.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is an excellent school, good teachers, good kids, well behave. Excellent academic programs. Great facilities. the only thing is that parent involvement is very low. I have attended the PTA and for a school of more than 4000 students is incredible that only 10 or 20 participate. The Principal is an amazing extraordinary woman: Ms. Jane Garraux, hope she stay there until my son's graduation in 2013.
5 10/10/2025
Well Ms. Garraux is no longer principal she is now at another school. but let me tell you there is a wonderful principal that replaced her who is doing a great job and this school is amazing the magnet programs are wonderful my child is an IB student in her junior year has had awesome teachers and is in a dual academy program at school, she is not only IB but also in medical program.she was EKG certified and will be first responder certified by the time she graduates this is a wonderful school nothing to envy any other magnet school all the kids seem not only eager to learn but happy to be there. I am a helicopter mom and I visit that school because of all the activities my daughter does and never have I seen any fights or any bullying. I can leave my child there with peace of mind. the IB teacher Mrs Graham is the best and all her staff
Review John A. Ferguson Senior High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
