Terra Environmental Research Institute

Summary:

Terra Environmental Research Institute is a high-performing public high school located in Miami, Florida, serving 1,619 students in grades 9-12. The school has consistently ranked among the top high schools in Florida, with a statewide ranking of 4th out of 807 high schools in the 2023-2024 school year and a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Terra Environmental Research Institute demonstrates exceptional academic performance, with significantly higher proficiency rates compared to the Miami-Dade district and the state of Florida in subjects like Geometry, Biology 1, US History, and English Language Arts. The school has also maintained very high four-year graduation rates, ranging from 99.4% to 100% over the past five years, outperforming the state and district averages. While the school has seen an increase in chronic absenteeism rates, it still performs better than the district and state averages. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch has decreased from around 45-47% to 32.24%, indicating a relatively lower socioeconomic status compared to the overall student population.

When compared to nearby high schools, such as Archimedean Upper Conservatory, Terra Environmental Research Institute stands out as a significantly higher-performing institution, with better proficiency rates in some subjects. This highlights the exceptional academic standards and educational environment at Terra Environmental Research Institute, which has maintained its position as one of the top-performing high schools in Miami-Dade for over a decade.


Detail:

Public, Magnet 9-12

 11005 SW 84th St
       Miami, FL  33173


(305) 412-5800

District: Miami-Dade

SchoolDigger Rank:
4th of 807 Florida High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,597 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  24.5 Help
Number of students:  1,619

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
84.9%
White:
8.8%
Asian:
3.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  32.2% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Terra Environmental Research Institute ranks better than 99.5% of high schools in Florida. It also ranks 2nd among 102 ranked high schools in the Miami-Dade School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 93.88. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Terra Environmental Research Institute freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
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Chronic absenteeism in a high 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
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (84.9%), White (8.8%), Asian (3.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 32.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Terra Environmental Research Institute is 24.5. 67 high schools in the Miami-Dade School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Terra Environmental Research Institute employs 66 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Terra Environmental Research Institute is $9,597. 72 high schools in the Miami-Dade School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Terra Environmental Research Institute was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Terra Environmental Research Institute 4th of 807 Florida public high schools. (See Terra Environmental Research Institute in the ranking list.)

Miami-Dade:

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


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Rank History for Terra Environmental Research Institute

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools FL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2011 93.73 25th 622 96.0%
2012 89.92 19th 606 96.9%
2013 93.95 10th 648 98.5%
2014 93.29 14th 687 98.0%
2016 95.48 5th 693 99.3%
2017 94.00 6th 714 99.2%
2018 91.86 10th 716 98.6%
2019 92.35 10th 734 98.6%
2021 93.58 7th 746 99.1%
2022 94.57 5th 774 99.4%
2023 94.47 5th 792 99.4%
2024 93.88 4th 807 99.5%
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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Data source: Florida Department of Education

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All ratings (Avg rating: 4.3)
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Reviews:
by a student on FaceBook
Thursday, January 7, 2016

Open Quote am now a senior in this school and from what i experienced it is not your typical high school. Yes, it is true that we are a "nerd" school by that i mean that most students actually care about their grades (more so from a regular public school) that being going to terra means wanting to learn. There is no school spirit you definitely do not get a "high school experience". It feels like a middle school not even like a private middle school? As in any school there are AMAZING teachers and HORRIBLE (some are complete idiots) teachers there is nothing you can do about that.. Personally i do not like the principal she can be rather rude or disrespectful towards students but she must be doing something right if most students excel in academics. The vice principals are nice and understanding, and the counselors are very approachable and helpful. Also there is NO bullying or major drug problem here. Be prepared for packmen battles in lunch. The rest I can say the principal as a VERY high ego and thinks terra is the best when its not. UGH sorry for the ramble but for example the counselor told me to go get a signature from her and when i politely ask her to sign it she says "I DO NOT WANT A KID GIVING ME THIS" so rude first of all lady i am student, second i am 18 and i am adult and lastly i go to early admissions WHICH means that i am mature enough to go to college so if you can be a little bit more respectful towards your students maybe they wouldn't despise/be afraid of your so much. Another incident I had is that i had to get my ID but i go to miami dade for early admissions. The counselor and security guard told me it was alright to go ahead into the building to get it (without any uniform of course because i go to college) her assistant stops us in the middle of the hallway, screaming at us like a crazy maniac we even had a visitors tag on she then rush us to the principal (creating this whole necessary drama and treating us as criminals) and yells at us for absolutely no reason.. Dude can you at least be more respectful and ask kindly what we were doing and not create a whole scene. There are many more incidents throughout my high school experience but that is too much to write. At the end its what you make of it I hope to have helped some parent or student considering this school. PS I am not exaggerating anything here whatsoever everything is actually how its written. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, September 13, 2013

Open Quote This is an excellent school. I believe it is one of the best schools in Miami-Dade County. I recently attended open house to meet my daughter's teachers and for the second year in a row, I left the school stunned by the caliber of educators this amazing principle has been able to join together. The teachers are gifted in their ability to connect with the kids, motivate them, and allow their character and self confidence to develop. The kids, themselves, motivate each other to do better. They are students that are interested in learning and doing well; good influences all around. Honestly, this school is a rare gem. Its better than private. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Terra Environmental Research Institute

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2010 112 27 4 376 0 n/a n/a 7 526
2011 183 38 16 643 1 0 11 0 892
2012 261 53 41 979 1 0 14 0 1349
2013 357 61 65 1331 2 0 16 0 1832
2014 307 50 73 1357 1 0 11 0 1799
2015 274 46 74 1392 0 1 16 0 1803
2016 271 42 67 1431 0 1 14 0 1826
2017 240 39 53 1428 1 1 14 0 1776
2018 214 41 54 1460 1 1 12 0 1783
2019 202 45 45 1540 2 1 12 0 1847
2020 185 43 37 1461 2 1 14 0 1743
2021 175 43 49 1454 1 1 14 0 1737
2022 152 36 46 1417 1 0 16 0 1668
2023 143 29 61 1374 0 0 12 0 1619

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

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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 Terra Environmental Research Institute

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 526 28.0 18.7 37.2
2011 892 39.0 22.8 38.8
2012 1349 56.0 24.0 40.2
2013 1832 71.0 25.8 40.8
2014 1799 68.0 26.4 39.4
2015 1803 69.0 26.1 38.9
2016 1826 68.0 26.8 41
2017 1776 71.0 25.0 44
2018 1783 73.0 24.4 38.5
2019 1847 70.0 26.3 41.7
2020 1743 68.0 25.6 39.6
2021 1737 67.0 25.9 45.7
2022 1668 66.0 25.2 47.1
2023 1619 66.0 24.5 32.2

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 Terra Environmental Research Institute

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 526 28.0 18.7 37.2
2011 892 39.0 22.8 38.8
2012 1349 56.0 24.0 40.2
2013 1832 71.0 25.8 40.8
2014 1799 68.0 26.4 39.4
2015 1803 69.0 26.1 38.9
2016 1826 68.0 26.8 41
2017 1776 71.0 25.0 44
2018 1783 73.0 24.4 38.5
2019 1847 70.0 26.3 41.7
2020 1743 68.0 25.6 39.6
2021 1737 67.0 25.9 45.7
2022 1668 66.0 25.2 47.1
2023 1619 66.0 24.5 32.2

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 Terra Environmental Research Institute

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018 $469 (6.9%) $6,297 (93.1%) $6,766
2019 $342 (5.0%) $6,537 (95.0%) $6,880
2020 $321 (4.4%) $7,012 (95.6%) $7,332
2021 $768 (9.8%) $7,043 (90.2%) $7,811
2022 $971 (11.3%) $7,637 (88.7%) $8,608
2023 $1,201 (12.5%) $8,397 (87.5%) $9,597

Data source: Florida Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Terra Environmental Research Institute

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 10th of 734 High schoolsRanks 5th of 792 High schools
 0.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
9th Grade English Language Arts (Terra Environmental Research Institute)9597
 2%
   9th Grade English Language Arts (Miami-Dade)5554
 1%
   9th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5551
 4%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Terra Environmental Research Institute)9494
   10th Grade English Language Arts (Miami-Dade)5352
 1%
   10th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5349
 4%
End of Course Biology 1 (Terra Environmental Research Institute)9798
 1%
   End of Course Biology 1 (Miami-Dade)6865
 3%
   End of Course Biology 1 (Florida)6763
 4%
End of Course US History (Terra Environmental Research Institute)9796
 1%
   End of Course US History (Miami-Dade)7166
 5%
   End of Course US History (Florida)7063
 7%
End of Course Geometry (Terra Environmental Research Institute)9795
 2%
   End of Course Geometry (Miami-Dade)5549
 6%
   End of Course Geometry (Florida)5750
 7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students18471619
 12.3%
African American4529
 35.6%
American Indian20
 100%
Asian4561
 35.6%
Hispanic15401374
 10.8%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White202143
 29.2%
Two or More Races1212
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients41.7%32.2%
 9.5%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Terra Environmental Research Institute

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,619 students attended Terra Environmental Research Institute.

Students at Terra Environmental Research Institute are 85% Hispanic, 9% White, 4% Asian, 2% African American.

Yes! Terra Environmental Research Institute is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 4th of 807 Florida high schools.


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