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#800 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Shelton Academy
School
9455 NW 40TH STATE ROAD, Doral, FL 33178
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#800 of 1,462
In Doral
#1 of 2
public schools
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Shelton Academy
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About Shelton Academy
Shelton Academy is a private school in Doral, FL. Shelton Academy serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shelton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #800 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Shelton Academy 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 Shelton Academy compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Doral, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other 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.
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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
9455 NW 40TH STATE ROAD, Doral, FL 33178
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shelton Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. DIVINE SAVIOR ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ROYAL HOLLOW ACADEMY (rated 3.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Miami), a more accessible option. Additionally, MIAMI VIRTUAL SCHOOL (rated 2.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Miami), a more accessible option. For more schools in Doral, see our Doral schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF MIAMI DADE Doral | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| DORAL ACADEMY Doral | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| JUST ARTS AND MANAGEMENT CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Doral | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| KID'S CORNER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Doral | 1.2 mi | — |
| JOHN I. SMITH K-8 CENTER Doral | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| RENAISSANCE MIDDLE CHARTER SCHOOL Doral | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Doral | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| RENAISSANCE ELEMENTARY CHARTER SCHOOL Doral | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| DIVINE SAVIOR ACADEMY Doral | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| DAWERE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 1.6 mi | 1.8 |
| ROYAL HOLLOW ACADEMY Miami | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| WORLD OF KIDS ACADEMY Miami | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| DORAL ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Doral | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| DORAL PERFORMING ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ACADEMY Doral | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| MIAMI VIRTUAL SCHOOL Miami | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| DORAL ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Doral | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| DORAL ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY Doral | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER UPPER SCHOOL Doral | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| J.C. BERMUDEZ DORAL SENIOR HIGH Doral | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL EAST AT DORAL Doral | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33178 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,338
Median Home Value
$499,300
Median Rent
$2,609/mo
Population
65,515
College Educated
54.8%
Homeownership
48.5%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
38.2
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|---|---|
| EAGLES VIEW ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 6.3 |
| FLORIDA CYBER CHARTER ACADEMY AT CLAY Jacksonville, FL | 6.3 |
| LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Fort Pierce, FL | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF CHARITY SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 6.3 |
| RHODORA J DONAHUE ACADEMY Ave Maria, FL | 6.3 |
| BEACHES CHAPEL SCHOOL Neptune Beach, FL | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shelton Academy
What grades does Shelton Academy serve?
Shelton Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.
How many students attend Shelton Academy?
Shelton Academy has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shelton Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Shelton Academy is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shelton Academy rank in FL?
Shelton Academy ranks #800 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Shelton Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Shelton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shelton Academy a private school?
Yes, Shelton Academy 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 Shelton Academy a religious school?
Shelton Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 10th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- (305) 599-8565
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