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#983 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center

Elementary School

4056 W 12TH AVE, Hialeah, FL 33012

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#983 of 1,462

In Hialeah

#15 of 50

public schools

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About Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center

Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center is a private elementary school in Hialeah, FL. Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #983 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.8 pts below FL schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 67 students, Sunshine Childcare & Preschool 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Sunshine Childcare & Preschool 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

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How Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Hialeah, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.7:1

This School

16.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

663

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

7.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 98.5% vs 0%

Black 1.5% vs 0%

Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center Hialeah Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center (this school)	—	67	9.7:1	5.8
MEADOWLANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.6 mi	742	17.3:1	8.0
MAE M. WALTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	613	15:1	8.2
JAMES H. BRIGHT ELEMENTARY/J.W. JOHNSON ELEMENTARY	1.0 mi	448	13.6:1	5.5
BRIGHTVIEW PREPARATORY ACADEMY	1.2 mi	117	19.5:1	4.1
JOHN G. DUPUIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	521	15.3:1	7.5
MARCUS A. MILAM K-8 CENTER	1.4 mi	1,075	18.2:1	6.4
IMATER ACADEMY	1.6 mi	629	19.7:1	7.2
BEN SHEPPARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	939	15.9:1	7.8
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	284	16.7:1	4.3
NORTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	441	17:1	7.3
PALM LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	558	14.3:1	5.9
NORTH TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	573	15.5:1	6.6
PALM SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	570	15:1	6.3
FLAMINGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	513	17.1:1	7.9
YOUTH CO-OP CHARTER SCHOOL	2.6 mi	770	17.9:1	5.2
AMELIA EARHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.8 mi	456	15.7:1	7.2
EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL OF HIALEAH	2.8 mi	302	13.7:1	4.9
SOUTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	901	17.7:1	7.3
MIAMI LAKES K-8 CENTER	3.1 mi	1,223	19.4:1	7.7
HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.1 mi	688	14.3:1	6.9

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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

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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

B+ 7.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 2.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 3%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.1 / 10

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Enrollment 67

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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 98.5%

Black 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4056 W 12TH AVE, Hialeah, FL 33012

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAE M. WALTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MEADOWLANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MATER ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hialeah Gardens), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hialeah, see our Hialeah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
BIG STAR PRIVATE SCHOOL Hialeah	0.1 mi	34	6.0
JEAN PIAGET ACADEMY Hialeah	0.1 mi	83	6.9
THE LEARNING CORNER ACADEMY INC Hialeah	0.3 mi	10	—
MY HAPPY HOUSE Hialeah	0.4 mi	93	6.2
AMERICA'S CHRISTIAN FUTURE PRESCHOOL ELEMENTARY Hialeah	0.5 mi	185	3.8
MEADOWLANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah	0.6 mi	742	8.0
EBENEZER INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hialeah	0.7 mi	100	5.5
BAMBI LAND DAY CARE Hialeah	0.7 mi	13	—
WESTLAND HIALEAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hialeah	0.7 mi	1,106	5.0
GROWING TREASURES PRIVATE SCHOOL Hialeah	0.7 mi	19	—
GROWING TREASURE PRIVATE SCHOOL Hialeah	0.7 mi	19	—
CHANTY LEARNING CENTER INC/WE LOVE KIDS Hialeah	0.9 mi	91	4.4
OUR LADY OF CHARITY SCHOOL Hialeah	0.9 mi	204	6.3
CITRUS HEALTH SIPP/CRISIS Miami	0.9 mi	5	—
MAE M. WALTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah	0.9 mi	613	8.2
JAMES H. BRIGHT ELEMENTARY/J.W. JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Hialeah	1.0 mi	448	5.5
PALM SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hialeah	1.1 mi	794	5.3
PRIMARY LEARNING ACADEMY Hialeah	1.0 mi	22	—
MATER ACADEMY Hialeah Gardens	1.0 mi	1,517	7.4
CHILDREN'S PARADISE LEARNING CENTER I #4 Hialeah	1.0 mi	123	5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,818

Median Home Value

$355,600

Median Rent

$1,562/mo

Population

69,408

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

47.9%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

48.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
CHILDRENS CHRISTIAN SHOOLHOUSE Hialeah, FL	66	5.8
FIDELIS ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale, FL	77	5.8
GLOBAL BEACON SCHOOL Crestview, FL	53	5.8
NEW ALKEBULAN S.T.E.M. EDUCATION CENTER Lauderhill, FL	45	5.8
WORSHIPER'S HOUSE OF PRAYER ACADEMY Miami, FL	90	5.8
ABSOLUTE EXCELLENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Orlando, FL	79	5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center

What grades does Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center serve?

Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center?

Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center rank in FL?

Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center ranks #983 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center 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 Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center a private school?

Yes, Sunshine Childcare & Preschool 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 Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center a religious school?

No, Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 84 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 37 Some Transit
Bike Score: 50 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 67
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Miami-Dade County
Phone: (305) 364-8006

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