William A. Kirlew Junior Academy is a Seventh-day Adventist K-8 school located in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Our staff is committed to providing quality education in a Christ-centered environment.
The Seventh-day Adventist educational system includes elementary and high schools, colleges and universities in countries around the globe.
Our curriculum is aligned with the Sunshine State Standards and the standards developed by the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists Education Department.
William A. Kirlew Junior Academy is fully accredited by the Board of Regents of the General Conference of Seventh -Day Adventists, the National Council for Private School Accreditation, and the Florida Association of Academic Non-Public Schools.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
William A Kirlew Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
We follow Jesus’ example by nurturing each child’s growth as a whole person: academically, physically, spiritually, and socially.
Student Body
Total Students
109 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for William A Kirlew Junior Academy?
The application deadline for William A Kirlew Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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