Tamiami United Methodist Elementary School in Miami, FL, enrolls 239 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city–based setting near Little Havana.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, supported by 27 teachers serving a co–ed student body.
Yearly tuition is $8,800, which is below the Miami average for private elementary education.
The student population is 100 percent students of color, reflecting high diversity within the school community.
Tamiami United Methodist Elementary ranks in the top 20 percent of private schools in Florida for diversity.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,800
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Tamiami United Methodist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
239 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tamiami United Methodist Elementary School cost?
Tamiami United Methodist Elementary School's tuition is approximately $8,800 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Tamiami United Methodist Elementary School?
The application deadline for Tamiami United Methodist Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Tamiami United Methodist Elementary School located?
Tamiami United Methodist Elementary School is located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 11 other private schools located in Little Havana.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Tamiami United Methodist Elementary School is English Spanish International (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Sts Peter & Paul School (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sts Peter & Paul School
(Catholic)
1435 Sw 12th Ave
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 858-3722
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 858-3722
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Avg. class size: 35 students Tuition listed
28 Alcantarra Ave
Miami, FL 33134
(305) 915-2513
Miami, FL 33134
(305) 915-2513
0.6 miles
Gr: 12 | 34 students
1001 Sw 1st Street
Miami, FL 33130
(305) 324-7322
Miami, FL 33130
(305) 324-7322
0.6 miles
Gr: 1-6 | 420 students
A & G Day Care Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
2123 W Flagler St
Miami, FL 33135
(305) 982-8785
Miami, FL 33135
(305) 982-8785
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 59 students
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Special Program Emphasis
7750 NW 178th Street
Hialeah, FL 33015
(954) 999-7349
Hialeah, FL 33015
(954) 999-7349
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
28 Alcantarra Ave
Miami, FL 33134
(305) 915-2513
Miami, FL 33134
(305) 915-2513
0.6 miles
Gr: 12 | 34 students
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Special Program Emphasis
7750 NW 178th Street
Hialeah, FL 33015
(954) 999-7349
Hialeah, FL 33015
(954) 999-7349
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2700 Sw 8th St
Miami, FL 33135
(305) 245-5355
Miami, FL 33135
(305) 245-5355
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,032 students
2742 Sw 8 St
Miami, FL 33135
(786) 320-4682
Miami, FL 33135
(786) 320-4682
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 32 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sts Peter & Paul School
(Catholic)
1435 Sw 12th Ave
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 858-3722
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 858-3722
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Avg. class size: 35 students Tuition listed
1001 Sw 1st Street
Miami, FL 33130
(305) 324-7322
Miami, FL 33130
(305) 324-7322
0.6 miles
Gr: 1-6 | 420 students
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Special Program Emphasis
7750 NW 178th Street
Hialeah, FL 33015
(954) 999-7349
Hialeah, FL 33015
(954) 999-7349
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2625 SW 3rd Ave
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 854-3282
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 854-3282
1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 228 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sts Peter & Paul School
(Catholic)
1435 Sw 12th Ave
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 858-3722
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 858-3722
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Avg. class size: 35 students Tuition listed
A & G Day Care Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
2123 W Flagler St
Miami, FL 33135
(305) 982-8785
Miami, FL 33135
(305) 982-8785
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 59 students
Lightwork Education & Wellness Center ![Lightwork Education & Wellness Center Photo]( "Lightwork Education & Wellness Center Photo")
Special Program Emphasis
7750 NW 178th Street
Hialeah, FL 33015
(954) 999-7349
Hialeah, FL 33015
(954) 999-7349
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2625 SW 3rd Ave
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 854-3282
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 854-3282
1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 228 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
2733 SW 3 Ave.
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 854-2824
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 854-2824
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 70 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 13
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Redondo Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
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Top 50%10
18480 Sw 304th St
Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 247-5943
Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 247-5943
8150.8 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 569 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
South Dade Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
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Bottom 50%10
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Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 224-5200
Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 224-5200
8150.8 miles
Gr: 4-8 | 1,304 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Medical Academy For Science And Technology (M.a.s.t.) Hom
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
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Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 257-4500
Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 257-4500
8151 miles
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Somerset Oaks Academy
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
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Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 247-3993
Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 247-3993
8151 miles
Gr: K-8 | 628 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Somerset Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
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Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 246-4949
Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 246-4949
8151.1 miles
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