City of Hialeah Educational Academy: A Comprehensive Overview

City of Hialeah Educational Academy (HEA) is a charter school located in Hialeah, FL, within a large suburb setting, offering a cutting-edge, seamless college preparatory curriculum for grades 6-12. The school emphasizes careers in public service and post-secondary education preparation. Located in a college-style campus, the school features a technology-rich environment where highly-qualified, certified instructors prepare students for employment within a multilingual work environment.

Quick Stats

Student Population: 975
Grades Served: 6-12
Math Proficiency: 59% of students scored at or above the proficient level
Reading Proficiency: 60% of students scored at or above the proficient level
Female Students: 48%
Male Students: 52%
Economically Disadvantaged Students: 86%
Full-time School Counselors: 2
Percentage of full-time teachers who are certified: 91%

Academic Performance and Rankings

City of Hialeah Educational Academy demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in reading and math. The school's proficiency rates exceed both district and state averages.

Reading Proficiency Rank: #255 out of 1038 schools in Florida
Math Proficiency Rank: #322 out of 1038 schools in Florida
Reading Performance: Well Above Expectations
Math Performance: Well Above Expectations

According to data, 59% of students scored at or above the proficient level for math, and 60% scored at or above that level for reading. This is better than Miami-Dade County Public Schools, where 54% of students tested at or above the proficient level for reading and 57% for math. It's also better than the Florida state averages of 50% for reading and 52% for math.

City of Hialeah Education Academy is ranked #920 in the National Rankings and #56 in Florida High Schools. U.S. News & World Report calculates these values for schools based on student performance on state-required tests and internationally available exams on college-level coursework (AP® and IB exams). Schools are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation and how well they prepare students for college.

Student Demographics

The student population at City of Hialeah Educational Academy is diverse.

Hispanic/Latino: 97.6%
Black or African American: 1.1%
White: 0.8%
Asian or Asian/Pacific Islander: 0.3%
Two or more races: 0.1%

A significant portion of the student body, 86%, is economically disadvantaged.

Faculty and Staff

The school employs dedicated professionals, including state-certified teachers, trained site directors, tutors, counselors, and program leaders. The percentage of full-time teachers who are certified is 91%. There are two full-time school counselors available to support students. There are CPR and first aid certified staff at every site. Staff meet Level 2 screening requirements as described in S. 1012.32 (Florida Statutes). The school contracts with a diverse and talented group of community-based instructors for enrichment activities.

Resources and Facilities

The school is located at Slade Park, an all-purpose park with 13 acres. It is located in a college-style campus, the school features a technology-rich environment. The park includes:

A recreation center building with concession
3 lighted baseball fields
2 lighted basketball courts
2 lighted tennis courts
1 lighted jr. in-line hockey rink
A children’s playground
Gazebo with picnic tables
E-library located within Police Substation 5
City of Hialeah Fire Station No

The Florida Department of Education gave the City of Hialeah Educational Academy a grant to build a new two-story building with eight classrooms, outside stairs, and modern facilities. The school is also getting a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Hall, which will make it easier for students to learn and take pressure off of park facilities.

College Preparation and Advanced Placement

City of Hialeah Educational Academy prepares students for college through a comprehensive curriculum and various opportunities for advanced coursework. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® course work and exams. The AP® participation rate at City of Hialeah Education Academy is 75 percent. In 2025-2026 school year, 42% of students met math standards and 56% met reading/ELA standards. The school offers 8 Dual Enrollment courses through partnerships with Miami-Dade College, Doral College, and Florida International University.

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Extracurricular Activities and Programs

The academy focuses on individualized learning and academic growth in a supportive, goal-oriented setting. Students do things outside of school that help them become leaders, be creative, and work well with others.

The YLC- Orange 21st CCLC program is operational Monday though Friday and follows the Miami-Dade County Public Schools calendar. All sites are conveniently located within the City of Hialeah.

The YLC program is designed for teens who are in need of quality after school/ care with a strong educational focus.

Partnering Schools and Locations:

Henry H. Filer Middle School - Program Hours 3:50 PM-6:50 PM, 531 W 29th Street Hialeah, FL 33012
Hialeah Middle School- Program Hours- 3:50 PM-6:50 PM, 6027 E 7th Avenue Hialeah, FL 33013
City of Hialeah Educational Academy- Program Hours- 2:30 PM-6:00 PM, 2590 W 76th St, Hialeah, FL 33016

Summer Camp Program

The YLC Summer Camp will be held at City of Hialeah Educational Academy. Summer Camp will be open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM-6:30 PM beginning June 8, 2026 through August 12, 2026. Sites will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, 2026 in observance of Independence day. Summer Program is FREE due to the Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC grant. Summer Camp participants must be enrolled or incoming students from our 3 Partner Schools listed above or from Private Schools in the Hialeah Area.

Summer Activities Include: Academic activities with Certified Teachers in Literacy, Math, and Science, Enrichment activities such as Nutrition/Cooking classes, STEM classes, Music Program including Piano and Guitar, Dance classes, Swim and Guard Start Classes, Indoor/ Outdoor Activities though SPARK Fitness.

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YLC Family Member Services

Activities for parents and guardians are also an integral part of the YLC program. At the YLC, parents and guardians are encouraged to continue learning through workshops and classes offered. Workshops and training through the Parent Academy Resources. Free ESL classes for parents or guardians whose teen is enrolled in the YLC program. Parents can participate in either classes offered through the Hialeah Public Libraries, or at one of our sites in a class setting with the Special Programs Instructor.

Support Services

The academy provides tutoring, counseling, and mentoring to help students reach their academic and personal goals. Program accommodations include a Master Inclusion Teacher, a behavioral analyst consultant for individual cases as needed, as well as daily inclusion aides and trained staff on-site to apply behavior modification techniques for children with behavior challenges and educational strategies for those who have learning difficulties and attention deficits. Inclusion support at sites is offered if needed and after-school staff-to-child ratios are 1:15.

School Culture and Environment

To keep the culture safe and welcoming, respect, inclusion, and accountability are important.

Graduation and Post-Secondary Success

The school projects over a 97% at-risk graduation rate. The graduation rate is 100%, well above the state median. Seniors enrolled in the Fire Academy graduate with CPR, First Responder and Emergency Vehicle Operator Certifications and the students in the Criminal Justice Academy graduate with Public Service Aid Certification. The students will receive exposure to a career field of their choice, while benefitting from a vocational or college-prep curriculum whereby as graduates they will be prepared to compete in and contribute to a global economy. Students receive career counseling and guidance as they progress through the year to allow their high school course to be tailored to suit their intended career pathways.

Additional Information

Doors open at 7:05 AM for student arrival.
School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week.

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