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#73 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 5% of private schools

Children S Rainbow Day School

Elementary School

22940 OLD DIXIE HWY, Miami, FL 33170

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

232

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Miami

#6 of 141

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#27 of 612

About Children S Rainbow Day School

Children's Rainbow Day School serves 232 students in grades prekindergarten through eighth in Miami's suburban landscape. This regular public elementary school maintains an impressive 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio with 27 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more individualized attention than many larger schools. The school has earned recognition for its performance, receiving a 9.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #163 out of 1,462 schools statewide, placing it in the 89th percentile among Florida schools.

This strong standing reflects the school's commitment to educational excellence across its elementary and middle grade levels. Located on Old Dixie Highway, Children's Rainbow Day School serves families in the 33170 zip code area, where the median household income is $62,001 and median home values reach $381,000. The surrounding community of approximately 14,500 residents includes 21% with bachelor's degrees or higher, while 15.7% of families face economic challenges.

The school's name suggests a welcoming, colorful environment for young learners, and its consistent high performance indicates a school culture focused on student success. Children's Rainbow Day School operates within Miami-Dade County's large suburban setting, providing families with a high-performing public education option in their community.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, Children S Rainbow Day School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Children S Rainbow Day School 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Children S Rainbow Day School compares to 256 public schools serving similar grades in Miami, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
This School
vs
18.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
232
This School
vs
523
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.0
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 48.7% vs 0%
Black 30.2% vs 0%
White 17.7% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
Children S Rainbow Day School Miami Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Children S Rainbow Day School (this school) 8.0
PINE VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.1
PALM GLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY 6.1
CARIBBEAN K-8 CENTER 6.9
ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL PREPARATORY 9.1
SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY 5.0
MIAMI SOUTHRIDGE SENIOR HIGH 3.8
SOMERSET ACADEMY 7.7
SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.3
SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER 803 5.5
CHAPMAN PARTNERSHIP EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER SOUTH 5.1
MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.8
BOYSTOWN 5.7
IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER 6.0
PINE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.7
WHISPERING PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.5
HERBERT A. AMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.0
JOHNNIE M PARRIS COLONIAL DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
JACK DAVID GORDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
RICHMOND HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.8
CORAL REEF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 6.2

Showing 20 of 256 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)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 64%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 232
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 48.7%
Black 30.2%
White 17.7%
Asian 1.7%
Two or More 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

22940 OLD DIXIE HWY, Miami, FL 33170

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Children S Rainbow Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET ACADEMY SILVER PALMS AT PRINCETON (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Homestead), with a very similar rating. Another option is SUMMERVILLE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Homestead), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PINE VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
COCONUT PALM K-8 ACADEMY Homestead 0.9 mi 5.7
SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Homestead 1.2 mi 4.0
PINE VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.2 mi 7.1
SOMERSET ACADEMY SILVER PALMS Homestead 1.1 mi 6.8
ARTHUR AND POLLY MAYS CONSERVATORY OF THE ARTS Goulds 1.3 mi 5.3
PLAY LEARN CHILDCARE CENTER INC Homestead 1.4 mi 6.8
SUMMERVILLE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY Homestead 1.4 mi 7.2
SOMERSET ACADEMY SILVER PALMS AT PRINCETON Homestead 1.5 mi 8.1
PALM GLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY Miami 1.5 mi 6.1
PALM GLADES PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Miami 1.5 mi 5.7
GOULDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Homestead 1.6 mi 5.4
KID'S CLUB ACADEMY Cutler Bay 1.8 mi
CARIBBEAN K-8 CENTER Miami 1.9 mi 6.9
BUMBLE BEE DAYCARE Miami 1.9 mi 6.2
SOUTH PREP SCHOLARS ACADEMY Homestead 1.8 mi 4.1
FIRST IMPRESSIONS PRESCHOOL Miami 2.0 mi
SOMERSET COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Miami 2.0 mi
CORAL REEF MONTESSORI ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Cutler Bay 2.1 mi 6.3
GRACE BAPTIST ACADEMY Miami 2.3 mi 5.3
MY ACADEMY PRESCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Miami 2.3 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,953

Median Home Value

$426,200

Median Rent

$1,511/mo

Population

14,763

College Educated

22.5%

Homeownership

59.8%

Avg Commute

39.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

39.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Children S Rainbow Day School has a median household income of $68,953. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $426,200, with a median rent of $1,511/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.1%. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL 8.0
CREATION VILLAGE WORLD SCHOOL Celebration, FL 8.0
IVEY LANE ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL 8.0
LEARNING LODGE ACADEMY New Port Richey, FL 8.0
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Plantation, FL 8.0
SANDY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater, FL 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Children S Rainbow Day School

What grades does Children S Rainbow Day School serve?

Children S Rainbow Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Children S Rainbow Day School?

Children S Rainbow Day School has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Children S Rainbow Day School?

The student-teacher ratio at Children S Rainbow Day School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Children S Rainbow Day School rank in FL?

Children S Rainbow Day School is ranked #73 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Children S Rainbow Day School's MySchoolScout rating?

Children S Rainbow Day School has a composite rating of 8.0 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 Children S Rainbow Day School a private school?

Yes, Children S Rainbow Day 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 Children S Rainbow Day School a religious school?

Children S Rainbow Day School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,478/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Miami). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
232
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
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
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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