Miami Country Day School

Miami Country Day School was funded in 1938 as a residentialproprietary boarding school for Boys through eighth grade and hasevolved remarkably over the past 80 years.
The school has become a coeducational, nonprofit,interdenominational school with approximately 1250 students inPre-Kindergarten 3 through 12th grade representing nearly 44countries.
The school's first twelfth grade graduating class was in1981. The education of the whole person, including the sixpotentials: intellectual, spiritual, social, aesthetic, physical,and emotional, and emphasis on the core values of honor, respect,wisdom and compassion, are fostered with a strongcollege-preparatory program.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,278 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $32,170
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Miami Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1938
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
1,278 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
Miami Country Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
58%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
21 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1230
Average ACT score
27
Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 31
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
13%
Admissions Director
Ingrid Palmisano

Sports

School Notes

  • The mission of Miami Country Day School is to educate the wholechild with a uniquely diverse, comprehensive, and well-balancededucational experience. A multi-faceted curriculum focuses on thedevelopment of a childs' six areas of potential: Physical,Aesthetic, Intellectual, Emotional, Social, and Spiritual. Aninnovative blend of traditional and cutting-edge teachingmethodologies supports students along an integrated continuum oflearning. Rigorous academics, advanced technology and extensiveenrichment programs are balanced with a focus on values, characterdevelopment, and a keen awareness of the rewards andresponsibilities of global citizenship. The result is a studentwith the consciousness,capacity, and confidence for success incollege and life in the 21st century.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Miami Country Day School cost?
Miami Country Day School's tuition is approximately $32,170 for private students.
Does Miami Country Day School offer a summer program?
Yes, Miami Country Day School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Miami Country Day School offer?
Miami Country Day School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball and Water Polo. Miami Country Day School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.
What is Miami Country Day School's ranking?
Miami Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Miami Country Day School?
The application deadline for Miami Country Day School is Jan. 31.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,278 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $32,170
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Miami, FL is $17,229 for elementary schools and $19,595 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Miami, FL is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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