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#1006 of 1,462 private schools in FL
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
Elementary School
7303 SW 64TH ST, South Miami, FL 33143
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#1,006 of 1,462
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St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
Elementary School in South Miami · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School is a private elementary school in South Miami, FL. St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,006 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School 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.
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BetaHow St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in South Miami, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School (this school) | 5.8 |
| SOUTH MIAMI K-8 CENTER | 7.9 |
| SOUTH MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| LUDLAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (SOUTH MIAMI CAMPUS) | 9.2 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL (SOUTH MIAMI CAMPUS) | 8.5 |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7303 SW 64TH ST, South Miami, FL 33143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (SOUTH MIAMI CAMPUS) (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH MIAMI K-8 CENTER (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Miami, see our South Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,924
Median Home Value
$768,900
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
32,167
College Educated
59.8%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jupiter, FL | 5.8 |
| BARTOW ELEMENTARY ACADEMY Bartow, FL | 5.8 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY CHARTER Miami, FL | 5.8 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa, FL | 5.8 |
| CASTLE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderhill, FL | 5.8 |
| CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
What grades does St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School serve?
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School?
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School rank in FL?
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School ranks #1,006 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School 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 St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School a religious school?
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 423
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- (305) 661-8591
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