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#703 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 48% of private schools

Calusa Preparatory School

School

12515 SW 72ND ST, Miami, FL 33183

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

154

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

154

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#703 of 1,462

In Miami

#42 of 141

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About Calusa Preparatory School

Calusa Preparatory School is a private school in Miami, FL. Calusa Preparatory School serves approximately 154 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Calusa Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #703 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 154 students, Calusa Preparatory 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.

Calusa Preparatory 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 Calusa Preparatory School compares to 300 public schools serving similar grades in Miami, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

This School

24.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

154

This School

593

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

6.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 87.7% vs 0%

Black 8.4% vs 0%

White 2.6% vs 0%

Asian 1.3% vs 0%

Calusa Preparatory School Miami Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Calusa Preparatory School (this school)	—	154	10:1	6.5
ARCHIMEDEAN ACADEMY	0.1 mi	643	15.3:1	8.7
ARCHIMEDEAN UPPER CONSERVATORY	0.2 mi	324	14.1:1	9.5
ARCHIMEDEAN MIDDLE CONSERVATORY	0.2 mi	329	13.7:1	9.1
SOMERSET PALMS ACADEMY	0.5 mi	315	18.5:1	9.4
MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	0.5 mi	1,065	20.5:1	4.8
WINSTON PARK K-8 CENTER	0.7 mi	1,182	18.2:1	7.7
HOWARD D. MCMILLAN MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.9 mi	890	18.2:1	7.6
ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL MIDDLE	1.3 mi	292	—:1	8.8
ACADEMIR PREPARATORY ACADEMY	1.3 mi	386	—:1	8.8
RUTH OWENS KRUSE EDUCATION CENTER	1.5 mi	101	3.9:1	5.5
BRUCIE BALL EDUCATIONAL CENTER	1.5 mi	454	—:1	5.3
INSTRUCTIONAL CENTER SYSTEM WIDE	1.5 mi	81	—:1	5.2
ROYAL GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	403	13.9:1	6.8
CYPRESS K-8 CENTER	1.6 mi	399	16.6:1	5.8
TERRA ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE	1.8 mi	1,614	26:1	8.6
CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	754	16:1	8.8
KENDALE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	692	15.4:1	9.0
MIAMI YOUTH ACADEMY	1.9 mi	22	—:1	—
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY SOUTH	2.0 mi	451	18.8:1	5.3
BENT TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.0 mi	441	11.6:1	8.8

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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

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 4.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 22%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 154

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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)

Hispanic 87.7%

Black 8.4%

White 2.6%

Asian 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12515 SW 72ND ST, Miami, FL 33183

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calusa Preparatory School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ROSEMONT ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WESTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PNEUMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ARCHIMEDEAN ACADEMY Miami	0.1 mi	643	8.7
PNEUMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami	0.1 mi	85	5.6
ARCHIMEDEAN MIDDLE CONSERVATORY Miami	0.2 mi	329	9.1
ARCHIMEDEAN UPPER CONSERVATORY Miami	0.2 mi	324	9.5
SOMERSET PALMS ACADEMY Miami	0.5 mi	315	9.4
MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami	0.5 mi	1,065	4.8
WINSTON PARK K-8 CENTER Miami	0.7 mi	1,182	7.7
CASA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Miami	0.9 mi	3	—
HOWARD D. MCMILLAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami	0.9 mi	890	7.6
VICTORIA'S PLAYHOUSE PRE-K Miami	1.1 mi	10	—
WESTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami	1.1 mi	437	7.0
ROSEMONT ACADEMY Miami	1.4 mi	51	7.2
ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL MIDDLE Miami	1.3 mi	292	8.8
ACADEMIR PREPARATORY ACADEMY Miami	1.3 mi	386	8.8
ROYAL GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami	1.5 mi	403	6.8
HOLLYWOOD EDUCATION LITERACY PROJECT MIAMI Miami	1.5 mi	67	4.7
BRUCIE BALL EDUCATIONAL CENTER Miami	1.5 mi	454	5.3
INSTRUCTIONAL CENTER SYSTEM WIDE Miami	1.5 mi	81	5.2
RUTH OWENS KRUSE EDUCATION CENTER Miami	1.5 mi	101	5.5
BRIGHT FUTURES PRESCHOOL Miami	1.6 mi	8	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33183 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,741

Median Home Value

$372,000

Median Rent

$1,880/mo

Population

33,811

College Educated

30.9%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

47.8

Similar Schools

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

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AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & ART CENTER Hialeah, FL	98	6.5
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fernandina Beach, FL	214	6.5
HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL Seffner, FL	183	6.5
HOPE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Groveland, FL	98	6.5
MELODY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Live Oak, FL	193	6.5
NICAEA ACADEMY Naples, FL	98	6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calusa Preparatory School

What grades does Calusa Preparatory School serve?

Calusa Preparatory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Calusa Preparatory School?

Calusa Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 154 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calusa Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Calusa Preparatory School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calusa Preparatory School rank in FL?

Calusa Preparatory School ranks #703 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Calusa Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Calusa Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Calusa Preparatory School a private school?

Yes, Calusa Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Calusa Preparatory School a religious school?

Calusa Preparatory School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 29 Some Transit
Bike Score: 33 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 154
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Teachers (FTE): 15
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Miami-Dade County
Phone: (305) 596-3787

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