Good Shepherd Catholic School

One of the most recently established schools in the Archdiocese of Miami, our school serves the needs of families in our vicinity by providing high quality Catholic education for students.
We strive to imitate our Lord, the Good Shepherd, by aiming for a program that provides and leads our students towards academic and spiritual excellence.
We are a growing school with the second phase of our construction almost completed.
Our philosophy is to provide a Catholic model for our students to follow.
Our school is here to assist the parents, the primary educators, with the task of developing morally responsible Catholics who follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ.
We provide our students with opportunities to further nurture and develop the seeds of love, faith, and charity their parents have planted in them as well as fortify their academic achievement.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 221 students
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Good Shepherd Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
221 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Good Shepherd Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants, jacket, shirts, tie, skirts, blouses, polos, black shoes

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please visit our website for details

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
choir, community service clubs, drama club, health and fitness club, NJHS, reading club, sign language club, Student Council, yearbook club
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Good Shepherd Catholic School offer?
Good Shepherd Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Good Shepherd Catholic School?
The application deadline for Good Shepherd Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Good Shepherd Catholic School located?
Good Shepherd Catholic School is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 53 other private schools located in West End.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 221 students
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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