HS School Profile

Mission Statement

New World School of the Arts (NWSA) is a Florida Center of Excellence in the Visual and Performing Arts. NWSA provides a comprehensive program of artistic, creative, and academic development through a curriculum that reflects the rich, multicultural State of Florida. The school empowers students to become state, national, and international leaders in the arts by challenging them with innovative ideas as they prepare for professional careers in a global community. These principles guide intensive and rigorous education for talented high school and college arts students.

Our Vision

We are committed to providing educational and artistic excellence for our students.

School Details

Grades:	9 - 12	Mascot:	Fightin' Pigeons
Uniforms:	No	School Colors:	Teal, Yellow, Purple
Voting District:	3	Region Center:	Central Region
Enrollment:	486	Hours:	7:30 AM - 3:45 PM
Feeder Pattern:	Miami Senior High School
Board Member:	Dr. Martin Karp  http://district3.dadeschools.net  (305) 995-1334

Recognitions and Awards

In May 1993, New World School of the Arts was named a National School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education’s Blue Ribbon Schools Program. It has received numerous recognitions and awards including Magnet Schools of America's Magnet School of Excellence in 2014 and 2020, and Merit Award in 2004, 2006, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and in 2019. NWSA was selected as a National demonstration school and issued National Certification by Magnet Schools of America in 2017. The school has received a grade of “A” for 16 years in the State of Florida under the School Accountability Report.