Very Good

#184 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 13% of private schools

Kendall Christian School

Elementary School

8485 SW 112TH ST, Miami, FL 33156

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

235

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

235

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#184 of 1,462

In Miami

#12 of 141

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About Kendall Christian School

Kendall Christian School is a private elementary school in Miami, FL. Kendall Christian School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kendall Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #184 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.0 pts above FL schools

7.6

This school 7.6 · Very Good
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Kendall Christian 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 Kendall Christian School compares to 186 public schools serving similar grades in Miami, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.1:1

This School

17.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

235

This School

514

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.6

This School

7.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 62.1% vs 0%

White 29.8% vs 0%

Black 2.6% vs 0%

Asian 0.4% vs 0%

Kendall Christian School Miami Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Kendall Christian School (this school)	—	235	11.1:1	7.6
VINELAND K-8 CENTER	0.4 mi	686	15.6:1	9.1
SOMERSET ACADEMY CONTINENTAL	0.6 mi	43	14.3:1	7.9
KENWOOD K-8 CENTER	1.3 mi	782	15.3:1	7.0
PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	639	17.8:1	9.5
SOMERSET ACADEMY BAY	1.6 mi	442	21:1	8.7
HOWARD DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	336	15.3:1	8.3
LEEWOOD K-8 CENTER	2.0 mi	538	15.4:1	6.9
SUNSET PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	404	12.6:1	7.7
SOMERSET ACADEMY KENDALL	2.4 mi	231	16.5:1	9.6
KENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	343	14.3:1	7.5
TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY	2.6 mi	1,360	18.4:1	7.7
SOMERSET PREPARATORY ACADEMY SUNSET	2.7 mi	432	16.6:1	9.6
BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL	2.7 mi	225	17.3:1	9.4
GLORIA FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	354	12.2:1	7.9
PINECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	968	17.9:1	9.1
WILLIAM H. LEHMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	544	14.3:1	9.0
TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT GATEWAY	3.1 mi	286	23.8:1	8.1
RUTH OWENS KRUSE EDUCATION CENTER	3.4 mi	101	3.9:1	5.5
BRUCIE BALL EDUCATIONAL CENTER	3.4 mi	454	—:1	5.3
INSTRUCTIONAL CENTER SYSTEM WIDE	3.4 mi	81	—:1	5.2

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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 6.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,537.5

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 52%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 235

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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 62.1%

White 29.8%

Two or More 4.7%

Black 2.6%

Asian 0.4%

Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8485 SW 112TH ST, Miami, FL 33156

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kendall Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT PINECREST (rated 9.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Pinecrest), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VINELAND K-8 CENTER (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CHILDRENS RESOURCES Miami	0.1 mi	39	7.1
VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Miami	0.2 mi	8	—
SOL ACADEMY, INC Miami	0.3 mi	10	—
VINELAND K-8 CENTER Miami	0.4 mi	686	9.1
SOMERSET ACADEMY CONTINENTAL Miami	0.6 mi	43	7.9
TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT PINECREST Pinecrest	1.1 mi	223	9.7
MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami	1.1 mi	2,672	6.1
MIAMI KILLIAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami	1.1 mi	870	4.4
KENWOOD K-8 CENTER Miami	1.3 mi	782	7.0
CATTOIRA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Miami	1.3 mi	64	6.0
PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami	1.4 mi	639	9.5
ST LOUIS COVENANT SCHOOL Pinecrest	1.4 mi	405	6.6
PALMETTO MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami	1.5 mi	727	6.5
SOMERSET ACADEMY BAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami	1.6 mi	242	8.7
SOMERSET ACADEMY BAY Miami	1.6 mi	442	8.7
FUSION ACADEMY - MIAMI Miami	1.7 mi	33	7.4
HOWARD DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami	1.8 mi	336	8.3
LEEWOOD K-8 CENTER Miami	2.0 mi	538	6.9
ST JOHN NEUMANN SCHOOL Miami	2.2 mi	299	6.4
THE FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF MIAMI Miami	2.4 mi	99	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33156 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,720

Median Home Value

$1,063,100

Median Rent

$1,936/mo

Population

32,708

College Educated

66.4%

Homeownership

72.5%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
K. E. CUNNINGHAM/CANAL POINT ELEMENTARY Canal Point, FL	274	7.6
NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL	288	7.6
ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Okeechobee, FL	161	7.6
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Palm Bay, FL	156	7.6
ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Oakland Park, FL	324	7.6
ST PAULS SCHOOL Clearwater, FL	318	7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kendall Christian School

What grades does Kendall Christian School serve?

Kendall Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Kendall Christian School?

Kendall Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kendall Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kendall Christian School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kendall Christian School rank in FL?

Kendall Christian School ranks #184 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Kendall Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kendall Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kendall Christian School a private school?

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

Is Kendall Christian School a religious school?

Kendall Christian School has a Presbyterian religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 35 Some Transit
Bike Score: 41 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 235
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 21
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Presbyterian
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 205 days
Setting: Small City
County: Miami-Dade County
Phone: (305) 271-3723

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