M-DCPS Reaches Highest Graduation Rate Ever

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) reached the highest graduation rate ever at 90.3 percent for the 2022-2023 school year surpassing the state’s rate of 88 percent, according to the Florida Department of Education. This is a significant increase of 2.1 percentage point from the rate of 88.2 percent of the 2021-2022 school year. 

It is important to highlight that the graduation rate for traditional schools increased to 94.2 percent, representing a 2.3 percentage point increase from the 2021-2022 school year rate of 91.9 percent. 

In addition, for the second consecutive year, M-DCPS surpassed the overall state graduation rate. Below are some highlights from the data provided by the state:

·    M-DCPS achieved an impressive graduation rate, surpassing the state's overall rate of 88 percent. This commendable achievement was evident across all subgroups, including Hispanic, White, Black, English Language Learners, Students with Disabilities, and Economically Disadvantaged students, surpassing their counterparts statewide.

·    Hispanic students saw an increase of 2 percentage points compared to 2021-22, rising from 88.9 percent to 90.9 percent, surpassing the state rate of 86.8 percent.

·    Black students experienced a 4 percentage point increase compared to 2021-22, rising from 82.4 percent to 86.4 percent, surpassing the state rate of 83.2 percent.

·    The graduation rate for Students with Disabilities increased by 2.1 percentage points compared to 2021-22, rising from 86 percent to 88.1 percent, surpassing the state rate of 85.5 percent.

·    Economically Disadvantaged students experienced a 2.7 percentage point increase compared to 2021-22, rising from 86.6 percent to 89.3 percent, surpassing the state rate of 83.8 percent.

·    English Language Learners showed a notable growth of 5 percentage points compared to 2021-22, rising from 75.1 percent to 80.1 percent, surpassing the state rate of 76.1 percent.

“These achievements reflect our dedication and collective effort to providing quality education to all students, and we look forward to further advancing our commitment to academic success in the coming years,” said Schools Superintendent Dr. Jose L. Dotres. 

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