Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Betesda Christian School
About the School
- Betesda Christian School in Opa Locka, FL, serves 110 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a suburban setting.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, supported by 10 teachers.
- Founded with an Assembly of God orientation, Betesda Christian School is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and other religious school associations.
- The school's enrollment is 100 percent students of color, ranking it among the top 20 percent of private schools in Florida for diversity.
- Betesda Christian School offers co–ed education across elementary and secondary levels within its suburban community.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Betesda Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 48%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Betesda Christian School often compared to?
Betesda Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Grace Academy International by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Betesda Christian School?
The application deadline for Betesda Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Betesda Christian School vs. Grace Academy International
The nearest high school and preschool to Betesda Christian School is South Florida School of Excellence (0.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Hanans Academic Development Center (0.4 miles away)
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Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: K-8 | 56 students
13250 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-5437
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 4
780 Fisherman Street Floor 2nd and 3rd
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(754) 204-3738
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: K-12 | 149 students
Christian
13400 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-2500
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 96 students
Specialized Curriculum
2527 Opa Locka Blvd
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 238-7005
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 48 students
Christian
13850 Nw 26th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 401-6765
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 4
780 Fisherman Street Floor 2nd and 3rd
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(754) 204-3738
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: K-12 | 149 students
Christian
13400 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-2500
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 48 students
Christian
13850 Nw 26th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 401-6765
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students
Catholic
15600 Nw 32nd Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 508-5556
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 14 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Special Education School (Catholic)
15701 Nw 37th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 625-8354
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: K-8 | 56 students
13250 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-5437
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 4
780 Fisherman Street Floor 2nd and 3rd
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(754) 204-3738
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: K-12 | 149 students
Christian
13400 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-2500
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 96 students
Specialized Curriculum
2527 Opa Locka Blvd
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 238-7005
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 48 students
Christian
13850 Nw 26th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 401-6765
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 4
780 Fisherman Street Floor 2nd and 3rd
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(754) 204-3738
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 96 students
Specialized Curriculum
2527 Opa Locka Blvd
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 238-7005
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 64 students
Montessori School
16101 Nw 22nd Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 657-7419
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 30 students
Sports: 5
1195 NW 124th Street
Miami, FL 33168
(786) 553-8555
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 4
585 E 49th St Ste 5
Hialeah, FL 33013
(305) 685-9809
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(Math: 75% | Reading: 73%)
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Top 20%10
15950 Sw 144th St
Miami, FL 33196
(305) 254-5200
Miami, FL 33196
(305) 254-5200
8162.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 996 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Jorge Mas Canosa Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15735 Sw 144th St
Miami, FL 33196
(305) 252-5900
Miami, FL 33196
(305) 252-5900
8162.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,019 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Jack David Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14600 Country Walk Dr
Miami, FL 33186
(305) 234-4805
Miami, FL 33186
(305) 234-4805
8162.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 805 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Kendall Square K-8 Center
(Math: 67% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9325 Sw 169 Place
Miami, FL 33196
(305) 382-0352
Miami, FL 33196
(305) 382-0352
8162.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 638 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Christina M. Eve Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16251 Sw 99th St
Miami, FL 33196
(305) 383-9392
Miami, FL 33196
(305) 383-9392
8162.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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