Serving 1,252 students in grades 9-12, William H. Turner Technical Arts High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William H. Turner Technical Arts High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
William H. Turner Technical Arts High School's student population of 1,252 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
William H. Turner Technical Arts High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William H. Turner Technical Arts High School is 0.26, 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
#1883 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
85%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William H. Turner Technical Arts High School's ranking?
William H. Turner Technical Arts High School is ranked #1883 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are William H. Turner Technical Arts High School often compared to?
William H. Turner Technical Arts High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miami Central Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of William H. Turner Technical Arts High School?
The graduation rate of William H. Turner Technical Arts High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend William H. Turner Technical Arts High School?
1,252 students attend William H. Turner Technical Arts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of William H. Turner Technical Arts High School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William H. Turner Technical Arts High School?
William H. Turner Technical Arts High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does William H. Turner Technical Arts High School offer ?
William H. Turner Technical Arts High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William H. Turner Technical Arts High School part of?
William H. Turner Technical Arts High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
2 1/17/2011
This school is not what i thought it would be it is boring, I DONT LEARN, and how can i learn and put effort in a school that i hate
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