Cushman School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

At The Cushman School, every child is gifted.
It is the job of our teachers to find that special gift of every student.
We celebrate and respect the individuality and differences of each child.
We strengthen their minds and bodies and nurture their sensitivities.
We challenge students academically and socially and encourage them to be the very best they can be in the classroom and within their communities.
At The Cushman School, our aim is to develop and educate the “whole child” through a strong core curriculum complemented by wholesome participation in real living experiences.
The mission of The Cushman School is to develop students as responsible citizens and effective future leaders who maintain a positive approach to life.
The educational environment at our school fosters in all students the qualities of virtue, responsibility, respect for self and others, and nurtures the student in intellectual, physical and spiritual growth.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 715 students
Yearly Tuition: $46,476
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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

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Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Cushman School
Pre-K	89
Kind	55
1	53
2	54
3	53
4	58
5	40
6	65
7	61
8	30
9	43
10	49
11	39
12	26

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Year Founded

1924

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School Motto

Empowering Innovators of Change

Student Body

Total Students

715 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

48%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

133 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

16 students

Number of AP Courses

31 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other associations(s) for exceptional children
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
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Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$46,476

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College Acceptance Rate

100%

Application URL

Online Application

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White, Blue

School Mascot

Cushman Cougar

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How much does Cushman School cost?

Cushman School's tuition is approximately $46,476 for private students.

What is Cushman School's ranking?

Cushman School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Cushman School?

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

In what neighborhood is Cushman School located?

Cushman School is located in the Upper East Side neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other private schools located in Upper East Side.

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The average acceptance rate in Miami, FL is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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