Very Good

#352 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 24% of private schools

Southpoint Academy

School

27835 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead, FL 33032

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

5.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

5.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#352 of 1,462

In Homestead

#4 of 14

public schools

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About Southpoint Academy

Southpoint Academy is a private school in Homestead, FL. Southpoint Academy serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Southpoint Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #352 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.9 pts above FL schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 62 students, Southpoint Academy 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Southpoint Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Southpoint 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

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How Southpoint Academy compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Homestead, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

5.6:1

This School

20.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

755

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 88.7% vs 0%

Black 11.3% vs 0%

Southpoint Academy Homestead Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Southpoint Academy (this school)	—	62	5.6:1	7.2
LEISURE CITY K-8 CENTER	0.7 mi	1,005	16.8:1	7.1
DR. WILLIAM A. CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	538	17.4:1	6.5
SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	1.5 mi	3,254	25.6:1	5.7
CAMPBELL DRIVE K-8 CENTER	1.9 mi	858	16.5:1	6.6
AVOCADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.0 mi	636	12.7:1	9.0
ACADEMIR MIDDLE SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCE	2.0 mi	149	29.8:1	5.1
ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCE	2.0 mi	428	19.5:1	3.5
CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION A CAMBRIDGE ASSOCIATE SC	2.1 mi	390	21.7:1	8.7
REDLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.2 mi	692	19.2:1	6.4
THE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WATERSTONE	2.3 mi	946	15:1	7.7
REDLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	936	18:1	6.3
AIR BASE K-8 CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION	2.4 mi	1,102	17.5:1	9.2
EVERGLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY	2.5 mi	393	16.4:1	6.5
EVERGLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL	2.5 mi	535	22.3:1	4.2
SOMERSET OAKS ACADEMY	2.6 mi	625	—:1	8.3
SOMERSET ACADEMY SILVER PALMS AT PRINCETON	2.7 mi	584	—:1	9.3
TITLE I MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM	2.8 mi	31	—:1	4.2
MANDARIN LAKES K-8 ACADEMY	2.9 mi	747	15.9:1	4.7
CHAMBERS HIGH SCHOOL	2.9 mi	361	—:1	3.1
SOMERSET ARTS ACADEMY	3.0 mi	413	—:1	7.1

Showing 20 of 44 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

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

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 20%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.7 / 10

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Enrollment 62

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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 88.7%

Black 11.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

27835 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead, FL 33032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southpoint Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. PROMISED LAND ACADEMY FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCAT (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LINCOLN-MARTI SCHOOL # 28 (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MIAMI MACARTHUR EDUCATIONAL CENTER (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Naranja), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Homestead, see our Homestead schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PROMISED LAND ACADEMY FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCAT Homestead	0.2 mi	63	7.4
LINCOLN-MARTI SCHOOL # 28 Homestead	0.6 mi	363	7.2
LEISURE CITY K-8 CENTER Homestead	0.7 mi	1,005	7.1
SU'S CREATIVE CORNER Homestead	1.0 mi	4	—
MIRRA EDUCATIONAL CENTERS INC. Homestead	1.0 mi	798	4.8
IRVING & BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER Miami	1.1 mi	738	7.1
CREATIVE KIDS ACADEMY Homestead	1.3 mi	7	—
DR. WILLIAM A. CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Homestead	1.3 mi	538	6.5
KINDERKIDS LEARNING CENTER AND PRESCHOOL II Homestead	1.5 mi	15	—
SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homestead	1.5 mi	3,254	5.7
MIAMI MACARTHUR EDUCATIONAL CENTER Naranja	1.5 mi	85	6.5
CAMPBELL DRIVE K-8 CENTER Homestead	1.9 mi	858	6.6
CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION A CAMBRIDGE ASSOCIATE SC Homestead	2.1 mi	390	8.7
AVOCADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Homestead	2.0 mi	636	9.0
ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCE Homestead	2.0 mi	428	3.5
ACADEMIR MIDDLE SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCE Homestead	2.0 mi	149	5.1
REDLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Homestead	2.2 mi	692	6.4
LITLLE STAR LEARNING CENTER HOMESTEAD Homestead	2.2 mi	3	—
COLONIAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Homestead	2.2 mi	283	5.7
THE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WATERSTONE Homestead	2.3 mi	946	7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,995

Median Home Value

$374,700

Median Rent

$1,626/mo

Population

62,021

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

39.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

33.5

Similar Schools

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ASTATULA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Astatula, FL	72	7.2
AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREP SCHOOL Bradenton, FL	69	7.2
DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER Tampa, FL	39	7.2
LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seffner, FL	42	7.2
MOUNTAINEERS SCHOOL OF AUTISM INC West Palm Beach, FL	52	7.2
NASSAU VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Fernandina Beach, FL	86	7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southpoint Academy

What grades does Southpoint Academy serve?

Southpoint Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.

How many students attend Southpoint Academy?

Southpoint Academy has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southpoint Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Southpoint Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Southpoint Academy rank in FL?

Southpoint Academy ranks #352 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Southpoint Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Southpoint Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Southpoint Academy a private school?

Yes, Southpoint Academy 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 Southpoint Academy a religious school?

No, Southpoint Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 60 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment: 62
Gender Split: 73% M / 27% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 5.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 11
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Miami-Dade County
Phone: (305) 255-1300

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