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#908 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Kids Learning Center of South Dade

Elementary School

11500 QUAIL ROOST DR, Miami, FL 33157

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

103

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Miami

#60 of 141

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#388 of 612

About Kids Learning Center of South Dade

Kids Learning Center of South Dade serves 103 students in kindergarten through second grade in Miami's vibrant suburban community. This small elementary school maintains an intimate learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1, supported by 8 full-time equivalent teachers who can provide personalized attention to young learners during these crucial early academic years. The school has earned a solid 8.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, reflecting its commitment to early childhood education.

While ranked #1000 out of 1462 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 32nd percentile, the school focuses on building strong foundational skills for its kindergarten through second-grade students during these formative learning years. Located at 11500 Quail Roost Drive, the school serves families in ZIP code 33157, where the median household income is $77,994 and median home values reach $433,200. The surrounding community of nearly 70,000 residents includes 34% with bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 12.9%.

This stable, middle-class neighborhood provides a supportive environment for the school's mission of nurturing young learners in Miami-Dade County's large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 103 students, Kids Learning Center of South Dade is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Kids Learning Center of South Dade 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 Kids Learning Center of South Dade compares to 182 public schools serving similar grades in Miami, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
103
This School
vs
523
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 88.3% vs 0%
Black 9.7% vs 0%
White 1.9% vs 0%
Kids Learning Center of South Dade Miami Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Kids Learning Center of South Dade (this school) 6.0
SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY 5.0
CARIBBEAN K-8 CENTER 6.9
MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.8
ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL PREPARATORY 9.1
PINE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.7
PINE VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.1
SOMERSET ACADEMY 7.7
BOYSTOWN 5.7
JOHNNIE M PARRIS COLONIAL DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
WHISPERING PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.5
FRANK CRAWFORD MARTIN K-8 CENTER 6.2
JACK DAVID GORDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
GLORIA FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.3
LEEWOOD K-8 CENTER 6.9
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF VILLAGE GREEN 5.6
HOWARD DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.4
SOMERSET PREPARATORY ACADEMY SUNSET 9.2
BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL 8.3
WILLIAM H. LEHMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
NORMA BUTLER BOSSARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6

Showing 20 of 182 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)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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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
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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)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 103
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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 88.3%
Black 9.7%
White 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11500 QUAIL ROOST DR, Miami, FL 33157

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kids Learning Center of South Dade may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL PREPARATORY (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARIBBEAN K-8 CENTER (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BUMBLE BEE DAYCARE (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
KIDDY ACADEMY 2 Miami 0.3 mi 4.3
MIAMI SOUTHRIDGE SENIOR HIGH Miami 0.4 mi 3.8
HAPPY HEARTS DAYCARE, INC Miami 0.7 mi 5.3
SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Miami 0.7 mi 5.0
MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.9 mi 4.8
CARIBBEAN K-8 CENTER Miami 0.9 mi 6.9
KIDS LEARNING CENTER OF SOUTH DADE III Miami 0.9 mi 6.0
ROBERT MORGAN EDUCATIONAL CENTER Miami 0.9 mi 3.8
SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER 803 Miami 0.9 mi 5.5
FIRST IMPRESSIONS PRESCHOOL Miami 1.0 mi
BUMBLE BEE DAYCARE Miami 1.0 mi 6.2
LITTLE GENIUS LEARN AND PLAY Miami 1.0 mi
DADE PREP ACADEMY INC. Miami 1.0 mi 5.5
RISE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Cutler Bay 1.0 mi 4.0
REVELATION SCHOOL OF FLORIDA(NOW DADE PREP ACADEMY Miami 1.0 mi 5.6
KIDS LEARNING CENTER-S DADE 2 Cutler Bay 1.0 mi
CAREER PREP ACADEMY OF SOUTH Cutler Bay 1.1 mi 6.4
ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL PREPARATORY Miami 1.1 mi 9.1
GRACE BAPTIST ACADEMY Miami 1.1 mi 5.3
MY ACADEMY PRESCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Miami 1.1 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33157 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,364

Median Home Value

$478,300

Median Rent

$1,493/mo

Population

69,605

College Educated

33.4%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

40.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Kids Learning Center of South Dade has a median household income of $80,364. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $478,300, with a median rent of $1,493/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. The average commute in the area is 36 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
CATTOIRA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Miami, FL 6.0
DEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FSDB) St. Augustine, FL 6.0
FIRST PHASE CORE ACADEMY Orlando, FL 6.0
IT'S A SMALL WORLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL 6.0
NAPLES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Naples, FL 6.0
EXPRESSIONS LEARNING ARTS ACADEMY Gainesville, FL 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kids Learning Center of South Dade

What grades does Kids Learning Center of South Dade serve?

Kids Learning Center of South Dade serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

How many students attend Kids Learning Center of South Dade?

Kids Learning Center of South Dade has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kids Learning Center of South Dade?

The student-teacher ratio at Kids Learning Center of South Dade is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kids Learning Center of South Dade rank in FL?

Kids Learning Center of South Dade is ranked #908 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Kids Learning Center of South Dade's MySchoolScout rating?

Kids Learning Center of South Dade has a composite rating of 6.0 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 Kids Learning Center of South Dade a private school?

Yes, Kids Learning Center of South Dade 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 Kids Learning Center of South Dade a religious school?

Kids Learning Center of South Dade has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,478/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
103
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
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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