Average
#648 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 44% of private schools
Principitos Learning Child Care Center
Elementary School
1541 SE 12TH AVE STE 16, Homestead, FL 33034
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#648 of 1,462
In Homestead
#7 of 14
public schools
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Principitos Learning Child Care Center
Elementary School in Homestead · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Principitos Learning Child Care Center
Principitos Learning Child Care Center is a private elementary school in Homestead, FL. Principitos Learning Child Care Center serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Principitos Learning Child Care Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #648 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Principitos Learning Child Care Center 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 6.2:1 students to teachers, Principitos Learning Child Care Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Principitos Learning Child Care Center 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 Principitos Learning Child Care Center compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Homestead, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Principitos Learning Child Care Center (this school) | 6.6 |
| GATEWAY ENVIRONMENTAL K-8 LEARNING CENTER | 3.6 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (SOUTH HOMESTEAD | 8.8 |
| KEYS GATE CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| LAURA C. SAUNDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| SOMERSET PREPARATORY ACADEMY (HOMESTEAD) | 9.3 |
| SOMERSET OAKS ACADEMY | 8.3 |
| NEVA KING COOPER EDUCATIONAL CENTER | 5.7 |
| CAMPBELL DRIVE K-8 CENTER | 6.6 |
| WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER | 4.8 |
| SOMERSET ARTS ACADEMY | 7.1 |
| AVOCADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| REDONDO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| THE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WATERSTONE | 7.7 |
| LEISURE CITY K-8 CENTER | 7.1 |
| ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCE | 3.5 |
| DR. WILLIAM A. CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| TITLE I MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM | 4.2 |
| AIR BASE K-8 CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION | 9.2 |
| MANDARIN LAKES K-8 ACADEMY | 4.7 |
| REDLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Homestead
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.
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1541 SE 12TH AVE STE 16, Homestead, FL 33034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Principitos Learning Child Care Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN-MARTI SCHOOLS (INTERNATIONAL CAMPUS) (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Florida City), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (SOUTH HOMESTEAD (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOMERSET OAKS ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Homestead, see our Homestead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,404
Median Home Value
$310,700
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
22,129
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
28.4%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SOUTH LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clermont, FL | 6.5 |
| AEF - WESTHAM ACADEMY Davie, FL | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF EAST ORLANDO Orlando, FL | 6.7 |
| NAPLES ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Naples, FL | 6.4 |
| PALMETTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami, FL | 6.4 |
| MONTESSORI TIDES Jacksonville Beach, FL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Principitos Learning Child Care Center
What grades does Principitos Learning Child Care Center serve?
Principitos Learning Child Care Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Principitos Learning Child Care Center?
Principitos Learning Child Care Center has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Principitos Learning Child Care Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Principitos Learning Child Care Center is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Principitos Learning Child Care Center rank in FL?
Principitos Learning Child Care Center ranks #648 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Principitos Learning Child Care Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Principitos Learning Child Care Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Principitos Learning Child Care Center a private school?
Yes, Principitos Learning Child Care Center 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 Principitos Learning Child Care Center a religious school?
No, Principitos Learning Child Care Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 32% M / 68% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- (305) 246-9577
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