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#1447 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Alhambra Heights Challenger School

School

1200 NE 135TH ST, North Miami, FL 33161

Private

Enrollment

56

Student-Teacher

23.3:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,447 of 1,462

In North Miami

#7 of 7

public schools

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Alhambra Heights Challenger School

3.2/10

School in North Miami · grades Kindergarten – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alhambra Heights Challenger School

Alhambra Heights Challenger School is a private school in North Miami, FL. Alhambra Heights Challenger School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Alhambra Heights Challenger School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,447 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares3.1 pts below FL schools
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 56 students, Alhambra Heights Challenger School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Alhambra Heights Challenger School runs 23.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Alhambra Heights Challenger School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Alhambra Heights Challenger School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in North Miami, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
23.3:1
This School
vs
17.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
56
This School
vs
737
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.2
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 87.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.7% vs 0%
White 1.8% vs 0%
Alhambra Heights Challenger School North Miami Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Alhambra Heights Challenger School (this school) 3.2
W. J. BRYAN ELEMENTARY 6.5
NORTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 5.4
ARCHCREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.6
NORTH MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.3
MATER ACADEMY BAY BISCAYNE NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.9
NATURAL BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.9
NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.6
DAVID LAWRENCE JR. K-8 CENTER 6.0
MAST@FIU 8.7
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN K-8 CENTER 6.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 23.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 22%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Enrollment 56
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 87.5%
Hispanic 10.7%
White 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1200 NE 135TH ST, North Miami, FL 33161

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alhambra Heights Challenger School may also want to explore other schools in the area. NATURAL BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MATER ACADEMY BAY BISCAYNE NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Miami, see our North Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
W. J. BRYAN ELEMENTARY North Miami 0.6 mi 6.5
NORTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL North Miami 0.6 mi 5.4
ARCHCREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Miami 0.6 mi 6.6
NORTH MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL North Miami 0.6 mi 6.3
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL North Miami 0.7 mi 4.7
NATURAL BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Miami 0.7 mi 8.9
MATER ACADEMY VIRTUAL CHARTER SCHOOL Miami 0.7 mi 5.9
MATER ACADEMY BISCAYNE NORTH MIAMI BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 0.7 mi 6.5
MATER ACADEMY BISCAYNE NORTH MIAMI HIGH SCHOOL Miami 0.7 mi
COLEGIATE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Miami 0.7 mi 5.1
MATER ACADEMY BAY BISCAYNE NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Miami 0.7 mi 8.9
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Miami 0.7 mi 5.7
NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Miami 1.0 mi 8.6
VON WEDEL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Miami 1.1 mi 5.7
AMAZING LEARNING ACADEMY Miami 1.1 mi
LINDA LENTIN K-8 CENTER North Miami Beach 1.3 mi 7.2
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.5 mi 5.6
LANAAR North Miami 1.5 mi 6.6
FULFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Miami Beach 1.8 mi 6.7
C. G. BETHEL HIGH SCHOOL North Miami Beach 1.8 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33161 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,265

Median Home Value

$376,500

Median Rent

$1,494/mo

Population

54,128

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

42.4%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alhambra Heights Challenger School

What grades does Alhambra Heights Challenger School serve?

Alhambra Heights Challenger School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.

How many students attend Alhambra Heights Challenger School?

Alhambra Heights Challenger School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alhambra Heights Challenger School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alhambra Heights Challenger School is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Alhambra Heights Challenger School rank in FL?

Alhambra Heights Challenger School ranks #1,447 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Alhambra Heights Challenger School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alhambra Heights Challenger School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Alhambra Heights Challenger School a private school?

Yes, Alhambra Heights Challenger School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Alhambra Heights Challenger School a religious school?

No, Alhambra Heights Challenger School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
56
Gender Split
9% M / 91% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Miami-Dade County

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