South Florida School of Excellence Photo - School's incorporates all the protocol and discipline of a more traditional martial arts studio, but in a unique and fun manner for our students. The physical benefits are profound, as children practice kicking, punching, blocking, yelling, stretching, running and jumping during each interactive class. The program is progressive, using belt promotions as the strong motivator.

Best Opa Locka Private High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 private high schools serving 1,586 students in Opa Locka, FL.
The top-ranked private high schools in Opa Locka, FL include South Florida School of Excellence, Monsignor Edward Pace High School, and Marian Center School & Services.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Florida private high school average acceptance rate of 81%.
88% of private high schools in Opa Locka, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked Opa Locka Private High Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Marian Center School & Services
Marian Center School & Services Photo - October 2022 - October 2023 Celebrating our Diamond Jubilee Anniversary!
Special Education School (Catholic)
15701 Nw 37th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 625-8354
Gr: 1-12 | 14 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Monsignor Edward Pace High School
Monsignor Edward Pace High School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
15600 NW 32nd Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 623-7223
Gr: 9-12 | 851 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 44 Tuition listed
780 Fisherman Street Floor 2nd and 3rd
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(754) 204-3738
Gr: PK-12 | 348 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
15600 Nw 32nd Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 508-5556
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students
Betesda Christian School
(Assembly of God)
3300 Nw 135th St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 685-8255
Gr: K-12 | 110 students
Grace Academy International
(Christian)
13400 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-2500
Gr: K-12 | 149 students
His House Academy
(Christian)
20000 Nw 47th Ave Bldg9
Opa Locka, FL 33055
(305) 620-1672
Gr: K-9 | 1 student Acceptance rate listed
13850 Nw 26th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(786) 401-6765
Gr: K-12 | 48 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Opa Locka, Florida

Opa Locka, Florida Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
490 Ali Baba Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 688-6252
Gr: PK-K | 42 students
13331 Alexandria Drive
Opa Locka, FL 33054
(305) 681-6121
Gr: NS-9 | 132 students

Overview

This Town (Opa Locka)
This State (FL)
# Schools
8 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,586 Students
285,347 Students
% Average Students of Color
95%
46%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
122 Teachers
26,145 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
89%
52%
Average Class Size
16 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
33 courses
15 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,841
$14,514
Average Summer Program Cost
$400
$590
Average % on Financial Aid
99%
53%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,300
$7,054
Average Acceptance Rate
88%
81%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.60
0.72
# American Indian Students
n/a
850 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
15 Students
9,010 Students
% Asian Students
1%
3%
# Hispanic Students
548 Students
54,334 Students
% Hispanic Students
41%
19%
# Black Students
632 Students
35,662 Students
% Black Students
48%
13%
# White Students
83 Students
120,561 Students
% White Students
6%
43%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
940 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
51 Students
60,066 Students
% of Others Students
4%
22%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
18 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
9 sports
8 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private high schools in Opa Locka, FL?
The top-ranked private high schools in Opa Locka, FL include South Florida School of Excellence, Monsignor Edward Pace High School, and Marian Center School & Services.
How many private high schools are located in Opa Locka?
8 private high schools are located in Opa Locka.
How diverse are private high schools in Opa Locka?
Opa Locka private high schools are approximately 95% minority students, which is higher than the Florida private school average of 46%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Opa Locka?
88% of private high schools in Opa Locka are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private high schools in Opa Locka are often viewed compared to one another?

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