Very Good
#115 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 8% of private schools
Kla Elementary
Elementary School
625 SW 1ST AVE, Miami, FL 33130
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#115 of 1,462
In Miami
#8 of 141
public schools
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About Kla Elementary
Kla Elementary is a private elementary school in Miami, FL. Kla Elementary serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kla Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, Kla Elementary 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.
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Kla Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kla Elementary 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
BetaHow Kla Elementary compares to 182 public schools serving similar grades in Miami, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
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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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
625 SW 1ST AVE, Miami, FL 33130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kla Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATER ACADEMY KIWANIS (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADA MERRITT K-8 CENTER (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LINCOLN-MARTI CHARTER SCHOOL (LITTLE HAVANA CAMPUS) (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WORLDED INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Miami | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| SOUTHSIDE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Miami | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| TINICITI PRESCHOOL Miami | 0.5 mi | — |
| MATER ACADEMY EAST CHARTER SCHOOL Miami | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| MATER ACADEMY EAST PREPARATORY Miami | 0.5 mi | — |
| NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Miami | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES-WOLFSON Miami | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| INTERNATIONAL STUDIES VIRTUAL ACADEMY Miami | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MATER BRICKELL ACADEMY MIDDLE Miami | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| MATER BRICKELL ACADEMY HIGH Miami | 0.6 mi | — |
| LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| DOWNTOWN MIAMI CHARTER SCHOOL Miami | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ADA MERRITT K-8 CENTER Miami | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| LA PRIMA CASA MONTESSORI Miami | 0.8 mi | — |
| LINCOLN-MARTI CHARTER SCHOOL (LITTLE HAVANA CAMPUS) Miami | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL OF THE AMERICAS Miami | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| MATER ACADEMY KIWANIS Miami | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| FREDERICK R. DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY Miami | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| GORDON DAY SCHOOL OF BETH DAVID CONG. Miami | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,933
Median Home Value
$479,800
Median Rent
$1,656/mo
Population
32,363
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
14.9%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CREATION VILLAGE WORLD SCHOOL Celebration, FL | 7.9 |
| FOREIGN LANGUAGE IMMERSION SCHOOL Celebration, FL | 7.9 |
| HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa, FL | 7.9 |
| MONARCH LEARNING ACADEMY Winter Park, FL | 7.9 |
| WELLINGTON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Wellington, FL | 7.9 |
| CHRIST FELLOWSHIP ACADEMY Palmetto Bay, FL | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kla Elementary
What grades does Kla Elementary serve?
Kla Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kla Elementary?
Kla Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kla Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kla Elementary is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Kla Elementary rank in FL?
Kla Elementary ranks #115 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Kla Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kla Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Kla Elementary a private school?
Yes, Kla Elementary is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Kla Elementary a religious school?
No, Kla Elementary is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- (305) 603-9012
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