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#1361 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc.

High School

500 SW 127TH AVE, Miami, FL 33184

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

1,377

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

4.4

Grades

6th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Miami

#118 of 141

public schools

Florida high schools

#116 of 129

About Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc.

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School serves 1,377 students in grades 6 through 12 in Miami's 33184 zip code area. With 95 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1, providing opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1182 out of 1,462 schools statewide, placing it in the 19th percentile among Florida schools.

This middle school and high school combination offers seven years of continuous education, allowing students to build lasting relationships with teachers and peers while developing academically and personally over an extended period. The school draws families from a stable suburban community where the median household income reaches $72,172 and homeownership is strong with a median home value of $364,200. About 30% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 10.5%, reflecting a middle-class neighborhood that values education.

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School is situated in Miami-Dade County's large suburban landscape, offering students access to the cultural and educational opportunities of South Florida while maintaining a more residential, community-focused environment.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2015 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$18,362
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$20,183
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.10x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
88%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$43.8M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 1,377 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. compares to 184 public schools serving similar grades in Miami, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
This School
vs
29.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,377
This School
vs
676
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.4
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 88.5% vs 0%
White 5.4% vs 0%
Black 2.1% vs 0%
Asian 0.5% vs 0%
Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. Miami Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. (this school) 4.4
PAUL W. BELL MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.9
W. R. THOMAS MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.2
PINECREST GLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL 6.3
PINECREST ACADEMY (NORTH CAMPUS) 7.4
ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL WEST 7.9
MIAMI ARTS STUDIO 6-12 AT ZELDA GLAZER 7.8
G. HOLMES BRADDOCK SENIOR HIGH 4.9
RUBEN DARIO MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.1
PINECREST ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.7
PINECREST PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL 5.4
ETHEL KOGER BECKHAM K-8 CENTER 8.0
PINECREST COVE ACADEMY 6.8
HOWARD D. MCMILLAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.6
ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL MIDDLE 7.8
CYPRESS K-8 CENTER 6.1
RIVIERA MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.8
ROCKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.9
PINECREST NORTH PREPARATORY (FONTAINEBLEAU CAMPUS) 8.6
PINECREST NORTH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL
JANE S. ROBERTS K-8 CENTER 7.0

Showing 20 of 184 schools. View all schools in Miami

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

Score Breakdown

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+ 3.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Enrollment 1,377
View data sources

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)

Hispanic 88.5%
White 5.4%
Two or More 3.3%
Black 2.1%
Asian 0.5%
Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

500 SW 127TH AVE, Miami, FL 33184

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ZORA NEALE HURSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS ELEM (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CONCHITA ESPINOSA ACADEMY Miami 0.3 mi 6.2
JUST KIDS CENTERS Miami 0.3 mi 5.2
THE ADVENT SCHOOL ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER Miami 0.5 mi 4.0
GREATER MIAMI ADVENTIST ACADEMY Miami 0.8 mi 6.0
WESLEY MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.8 mi 7.3
MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS ELEM Miami 0.8 mi 7.6
PAUL W. BELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 0.9 mi 6.9
ZORA NEALE HURSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.1 mi 7.8
JOE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.1 mi 7.6
W. R. THOMAS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 1.3 mi 5.2
GLADEVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami 1.4 mi 6.4
DR. CARLOS J. FINLAY ELEMENTARY Miami 1.3 mi 5.7
CHILDRENS CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER AT FIU Miami 1.3 mi
GREENGLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.6 mi 5.8
LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL CORP Miami 1.6 mi
VILLAGE GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.9 mi 6.5
HIGHPOINT ACADEMY Miami 1.9 mi 6.8
MOTHER OF CHRIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Miami 1.9 mi 5.0
MIAMI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami 1.8 mi 4.9
HAPPY MEMORIES LEARNING CENTER 2 Miami 2.3 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33184 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,443

Median Home Value

$418,200

Median Rent

$1,926/mo

Population

19,618

College Educated

32.8%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

45.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. has a median household income of $77,443. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $418,200, with a median rent of $1,926/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooksville, FL 4.4
EAU GALLIE HIGH SCHOOL Melbourne, FL 4.4
NORTH MARION HIGH SCHOOL Citra, FL 4.4
RONALD W. REAGAN/DORAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Doral, FL 4.4
SLAM BOCA Miami, FL 4.4
ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Miami, FL 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc.

What grades does Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. serve?

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc.?

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 1,377 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc.?

The student-teacher ratio at Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. rank in FL?

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. is ranked #1361 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. has a composite rating of 4.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. a private school?

Yes, Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. a religious school?

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Inc. has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,478/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,377
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
95
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
MIAMI-DADE
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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