Calusa Preparatory School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Calusa Preparatory School in Miami, FL serves co–educational students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a suburban community setting.
The school enrolls 227 students with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average class size of 15.
Founded 41 years ago, Calusa Preparatory School has a Christian orientation and offers 10 Advanced Placement courses.
Annual tuition is $7,800 for K–12, with a summer school program available at $1,500, and the school maintains a 70% acceptance rate.
The student body is 91.96% students of color, reflecting diversity within this Miami–area private K–12 school.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 227 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,800
Acceptance rate: 70%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Calusa Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
Cognia
AdvancED, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Council on Accreditation and School Improvement

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Calusa Preparatory School
Pre-K	10
Kind	15
1	10
2	15
3	15
4	15
5	12
6	15
7	15
8	25
9	20
10	20
11	20
12	20

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Year Founded

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

227 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

92%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,800

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Summer Program Cost

$1,500

Acceptance Rate

70%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Francheska Padron

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballFlag Football

SoccerVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Debate ClubStudent Council

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Calusa Preparatory School cost?

Calusa Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $7,800 for private students and $1,500 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Calusa Preparatory School?

The acceptance rate of Calusa Preparatory School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Calusa Preparatory School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Florida with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Calusa Preparatory School offer?

Calusa Preparatory School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is Calusa Preparatory School's ranking?

Calusa Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for Calusa Preparatory School?

The application deadline for Calusa Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Calusa Preparatory School located?

Calusa Preparatory School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 51 other private schools located in West End.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Miami, FL is $18,664 for elementary schools and $19,783 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Miami, FL is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).