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#1151 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Christopher Columbus High School

High School

3000 SW 87TH AVE, Miami, FL 33165

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,731

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

1,731

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,151 of 1,462

In Miami

#82 of 141

public schools

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About Christopher Columbus High School

Christopher Columbus High School is a private high school in Miami, FL. Christopher Columbus High School serves approximately 1,731 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Christopher Columbus High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,151 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.4 pts below FL schools

5.3

This school 5.3 · Average
FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Christopher Columbus High 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.

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How Christopher Columbus High School compares to 91 public schools serving similar grades in Miami, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.1:1

This School

42.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,731

This School

734

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.3

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 49.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 47.2% vs 0%

Black 2.3% vs 0%

Asian 0.6% vs 0%

Christopher Columbus High School Miami Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Christopher Columbus High School (this school)	—	1,731	14.1:1	5.3
MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH	1.0 mi	2,191	23.3:1	4.4
SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH	1.3 mi	2,523	22.9:1	4.9
BLUE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	351	10:1	7.0
PINECREST NORTH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL	2.2 mi	101	33.7:1	—
SOUTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	2.5 mi	1,576	20.5:1	4.4
NICKLAUS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL	2.7 mi	13	—:1	—
TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY	2.8 mi	1,360	18.4:1	7.7
RUTH OWENS KRUSE EDUCATION CENTER	3.7 mi	101	3.9:1	5.5
BRUCIE BALL EDUCATIONAL CENTER	3.7 mi	454	—:1	5.3
INSTRUCTIONAL CENTER SYSTEM WIDE	3.7 mi	81	—:1	5.2
TERRA ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE	3.9 mi	1,614	26:1	8.6
MIAMI YOUTH ACADEMY	4.0 mi	22	—:1	—
KENDALL GREENS HIGH SCHOOL	4.1 mi	525	87.5:1	2.2
ARCHIMEDEAN UPPER CONSERVATORY	4.4 mi	324	14.1:1	9.5
MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	5.0 mi	1,065	20.5:1	4.8
MIAMI KILLIAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	5.0 mi	870	18.9:1	4.4
TURNER/GUILFORD/KNIGHT	5.0 mi	23	—:1	—
SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES - SOUTH	5.2 mi	273	34.1:1	6.6
G. HOLMES BRADDOCK SENIOR HIGH	5.8 mi	2,296	21.1:1	4.7
MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	5.8 mi	2,672	25.7:1	6.1

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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

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.9 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,302

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 53%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

D 1.2 / 10

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Enrollment 1,731

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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)

White 49.6%

Hispanic 47.2%

Black 2.3%

Asian 0.6%

Native American 0.2%

Pacific Islander 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3000 SW 87TH AVE, Miami, FL 33165

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christopher Columbus High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH (rated 4.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.4/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH (rated 4.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST BRENDAN ELEMENTARY Miami	0.1 mi	672	6.6
ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Miami	0.1 mi	1,224	4.4
BANYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami	0.3 mi	344	7.4
ROCKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami	0.5 mi	360	7.6
ROCKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami	0.5 mi	943	7.2
CHILDREN'S PLACE LEARNING CENTER Miami	0.7 mi	13	—
KING'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami	0.9 mi	123	7.4
MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH Miami	1.0 mi	2,191	4.4
CORAL PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami	1.0 mi	116	6.7
EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami	0.9 mi	283	9.1
EVERGLADES K-8 CENTER Miami	1.1 mi	986	6.7
OLYMPIA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami	1.1 mi	322	8.4
SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH Miami	1.3 mi	2,523	4.9
CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami	1.3 mi	890	6.5
WEST MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami	1.4 mi	651	5.2
WESTCHESTER ACADEMY AND LEARNING CENTER Miami	1.4 mi	8	—
BLUE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami	1.6 mi	351	7.0
CARRIE BRAZER CENTER FOR AUTISM Miami	1.6 mi	30	5.0
PREK INTERVENTION Miami	1.7 mi	375	4.4
FL ACADEMY Miami	1.7 mi	12	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33165 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,086

Median Home Value

$476,100

Median Rent

$1,796/mo

Population

50,471

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

49.7

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
COCONUT CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Coconut Creek, FL	1,926	5.3
EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Gibsonton, FL	1,891	5.3
EAU GALLIE HIGH SCHOOL Melbourne, FL	1,490	5.3
FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Ocala, FL	2,383	5.3
FROSTPROOF MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH Frostproof, FL	1,082	5.3
HIALEAH-MIAMI LAKES SENIOR HIGH Hialeah, FL	1,353	5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christopher Columbus High School

What grades does Christopher Columbus High School serve?

Christopher Columbus High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Christopher Columbus High School?

Christopher Columbus High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,731 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christopher Columbus High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Christopher Columbus High School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Christopher Columbus High School rank in FL?

Christopher Columbus High School ranks #1,151 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Christopher Columbus High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Christopher Columbus High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Christopher Columbus High School a private school?

Yes, Christopher Columbus High School is a private coeducational 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 Christopher Columbus High School a religious school?

Christopher Columbus High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 38 Some Transit
Bike Score: 47 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 1,731
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 123
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 186 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Miami-Dade County
Phone: (305) 223-5650

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