Doral Schools: Why Families Move Here for Miami-Dade's Best Public Education

Schools are a primary driver for Doral home purchases. The city has some of the highest-rated public schools in Miami-Dade County and it is well-known within the Latin American community specifically for this. Here is the full picture.

Doral Academy

Doral Academy Charter School is one of the top charter schools in Miami-Dade and one of the most sought-after options for Doral families. It serves K-12 and has consistently high academic ratings. Admission is by lottery and the waitlists are long - families apply years in advance. If Doral Academy is your target, understand the application process before making your purchase decision.

Ronald W. Reagan / Doral Senior High

The primary public high school for Doral serves a large student body and has been consistently A or B rated by the state. IB and other advanced programs are available. Given the demographics of Doral’s student body - heavily Spanish-speaking, high parental involvement - the academic culture at the school is strong.

Elementary and Middle Schools

Doral’s elementary and middle schools include Doral Middle School, Doral Elementary, Thomas Jefferson Middle, and several others. Many have been well-rated, reflecting the strong parental engagement culture of the Doral community. Verify specific zones for your address as always.

Private Options

Several private schools serve Doral including Doral Academy Private, American Heritage (Broward campus is accessible), and various faith-based schools. The private school use rate in Doral is lower than in Coral Gables because the public schools are genuinely good.