Best Schools Near The Sanctuary at Pinecrest

2) Saint Thomas Episcopal Parish School (PK-5)

5692 N Kendall Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33156

A private Episcopal school for levels PK-5, Saint Thomas Episcopal Parish School is a loving, secure, and inclusive community that nurtures, challenges, and inspires children to honor God, care for their world, and develop a passion for discovery and learning.

Saint Thomas Episcopal Parish School believes that the early years of a child's development greatly impact future success. 

As the largest PK–5 Episcopal school in Miami, it ensures that the students are guided by experienced and talented educators who apply decades of research to the classroom, maximizing each child's potential during the years most critical to their development.

For students to take ownership of their learning and discover original solutions to open-ended questions, Saint Thomas Episcopal Parish School's curriculum includes the basic engineering process, coding and programming, conversational Spanish, arts (musical, visual, and performing arts), and technology to enrich learning in every classroom.

According to recent data, the school has 425 students with a student-teacher ratio of 7 to 1.

Saint Thomas Episcopal Parish School is a 5-minute drive from Snapper Creek Lakes.

4) Epiphany Catholic School (PK-8) 

5557 SW 84th St, Miami, FL 33143

Epiphany Catholic School is a private, faith-based institution serving levels PreK through 8th grade, a 5-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest. 

Rooted in Catholic tradition, Epiphany Catholic School provides a Christ-centered education, nurturing each student's spiritual, intellectual, and emotional development through a comprehensive curriculum integrating Florida State Standards with religious instruction to ensure their academic excellence across core subjects, including language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. 

Beyond academics, Epiphany Catholic School also cultivates moral development and community service, encouraging children to live in faith, compassion, and respect amidst an environment that supports each child's growth into a confident, responsible, and compassionate individual.

Aside from this, Epiphany Catholic School offers robust arts, physical education, and technology programs, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

According to the latest data, Epiphany Catholic School serves approximately 800 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1.

6) Gulliver Preparatory School (PK-12)

6575 N Kendall Dr, Pinecrest, FL 33156

Gulliver Preparatory School is a private institution from PreK through 12th grade committed to developing leaders, inventors, and creators by providing unparalleled opportunities that open the world to its students, a 6-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

What sets Gulliver Preparatory apart is its dedication to personalizing the educational experience for each student. 

Its innovative and collaborative instruction extends beyond traditional education, offering a college preparatory curriculum integrating conventional methodologies with progressive learning approaches. 

This curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while preparing them for success in higher education and beyond, all within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Aside from cultivating academic skills, the faculty and staff emphasize values and community involvement, ensuring that students develop a strong sense of ethical responsibility and community awareness.

According to the latest data, Gulliver Preparatory School has 2,227 students with a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1.

8) Sunset Elementary School (PK-5) (Top-Pick!)

5120 SW 72nd St, Miami, FL 33143

Sunset Elementary School is a public institution under the Miami-Dade County School District from PreK through 5th grade and recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, an 8-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest. 

It offers a comprehensive international education, with a curriculum aligned with Florida State Standards and a strong emphasis on language acquisition and innovative programs facilitated by a highly qualified staff, preparing students to become global leaders.

Serving a diverse student body from over 50 countries, Sunset Elementary creates a vibrant environment where various cultures, abilities, and backgrounds merge, earning the school the nickname "mini United Nations" due to its unique multicultural setting that enriches the educational experience, fostering inclusivity and broadening students' global perspectives.

According to the latest data, Sunset Elementary School serves 1,191 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1, and recent state test scores show that at least 95% of students are proficient in math and 94% are proficient in reading.

Click here for Sunset Elementary School's 2023-2024 Report Card by the Florida Department of Education.

10) Riviera Day School - (PK-5)

6800 Nervia St., Coral Gables, FL 33146

Riviera Day School, a private institution from PreK through 5th grade, fosters academic excellence while instilling a strong sense of self-worth and independence in each student, an 8-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Armed with a comprehensive curriculum aligned with national and state standards, Riviera Day School emphasizes core academic subjects such as Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies while incorporating arts, physical education, and technology to ensure a well-rounded education.

This is enhanced by the school's intimate environment and familial approach, two significant elements of the Riviera experience, where every student receives individual attention from the dedicated staff, making it a true second home for many, where each child is supported at every level, allowing them to thrive academically and personally.

Riviera Day School is a close-knit community where students and faculty come together daily to challenge themselves, reach new heights, and effect positive change in the world around them.

As of the latest data, Riviera Day School serves 835 students with a student-teacher ratio of 8 to 1.

12) Sunrise School of Miami (PK-8)

14920 SW 67th Ave, Palmetto Bay, FL 33158

A private school for levels PK-8, Sunrise School of Miami is inspired by Waldorf education, a worldwide independent school movement founded in 1919 by Austrian scientist, educator, and philosopher Dr. Rudolf Steiner, located an 8-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Following his principles and insights, Sunrise School of Miami created a long-term curriculum where the relationship between different studies is tightly interwoven, allowing students to freely discover the many solutions to any given problem through innovative thinking and creative problem-solving. 

Sunrise School of Miami students are emotionally mature and convert difficulties into learning experiences as they work independently, enjoy high self-esteem, and set and reach their goals.

According to recent data, Sunrise School of Miami has 61 students with a student-teacher ratio of 6 to 1.

14) Ludlam Elementary School (PK-5) 

6639 SW 74th St, South Miami, FL 33143

A public elementary school served by Miami-Dade County, Ludlam Elementary School, offers education for children from levels PK-5, just a 9-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Ludlam Elementary School provides all students with an excellent instructional program that meets their individual needs by qualified teachers who utilize effective teaching practices for every student to be prepared to compete in a global society.

The community also continues to work effortlessly by providing students with a world-class educational program that focuses on tailored instruction to remediate, accelerate, and enrich student learning. 

In fact, its longstanding legacy is a direct reflection of the high-quality guidance and academic integrity that staff and families uphold day in and day out. 

According to recent data, Ludlam Elementary has 247 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1, and the latest state test scores indicate that at least 69% of its students are proficient in math and 64% in reading.

Click here for Ludlam Elementary School's 2023-2024 Report Card by the Florida Department of Education.

16) Somerset Academy South Miami (K-8) (Top-Pick!)

5876 SW 68th Street, South Miami, FL 33143

A charter combination school offering tuition-free education for levels K-8, Somerset Academy South Miami provides an enriching learning environment with love, care, and support to further a philosophy of respect and high expectations for everyone in the community, a 10-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Somerset Academy South Miami delivers educational excellence with an innovative, forward-looking approach with technology-rich classrooms, project-based learning, a secure educational facility, and a select staff of highly qualified teachers and administrators. 

With this, students flourish as individuals while acquiring knowledge and skills essential to their future development.

According to recent data, Somerset Academy South Miami has 505 students, with a student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1, and the latest state test scores indicate that at least 98% of students are proficient in math and 90% in reading.

Click here for Somerset Academy South Miami's 2023-2024 Report Card by the Florida Department of Education.

18) La Scuola (PK-8) 

7412 Sunset Dr, Miami, FL 33143

A private school for PK-8, La Scuola is a progressive forest school tucked within 3 acres of lush and sprawling forest, surrounded by mature trees, wildlife, and beautiful edible landscapes, a 10-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

La Scuola believes that exploring nature is the richest source of learning. 

With this, the school mixes the Reggio Emilia educational approach with love for nature to create a profound and beautiful learning journey alongside rich and meaningful experiences in nature, ideas, and theories through facilitators and peers and the expression through the hundred languages.

Aside from helping students develop a lifelong love of learning, La Scuola teaches them to appreciate the environment and a profound sense of environmental stewardship. 

According to recent data, La Scuola has 115 students with a student-teacher ratio of 6 to 1.

20) Kenwood K-8 Center (PK-8) 

9300 SW 79th Ave, Miami, FL 33156

A public combination school for levels PK-8, Kenwood K-8 Center is committed to providing a challenging and supportive school program for its students, a 10-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Kenwood's goal is to prepare students with the vital knowledge and skills they will need for success while encouraging creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong appreciation for learning. 

With this, it fosters each student's academic, social, and emotional potential in lifelong learning and effective citizenship, helping them reach growth and excellence in reading, writing, and math. 

According to recent data, Kenwood K-8 Center has 898 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1, and the latest state test scores indicate that at least 59% of its students are proficient in math and 63% in reading.

Click here for Kenwood K-8 Center's 2023-2024 Report Card by the Florida Department of Education.

22) Riviera Schools | Preparatory School Campus (PK-12) (Top-Pick!)

9775 SW 87th Ave, Miami, FL 33176

A private school for levels PK-12 located 10 minutes from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest, Riviera Schools | Preparatory School Campus fosters academic excellence in each student to instill a sense of self-worth and independence.

Riviera Schools | Preparatory School Campus' intimate environment and familial approach are hallmarks of the Riviera experience, while the staff provides individual attention to every student, ensuring an impact at every level and helping make Riviera their second home. 

Riviera Schools | Preparatory School Campus is a true community where students and faculty gather daily to challenge themselves to reach new heights and to effect positive change in the world around them.

According to recent data, Riviera Schools | Preparatory School Campus has 835 students with a student-teacher ratio of 8 to 1.

2) Saint Louis Covenant School (PK-8)

7270 SW 120th St, Pinecrest, FL 33156

Saint Louis Covenant School is a private Catholic institution from PreK through 8th grade committed to guiding students to become evangelists and seekers of wisdom and Gospel values while pursuing academic excellence, a 5-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Saint Louis Covenant School's educational program bridges the gap between foundational learning at the lower school level and more challenging academic offerings in high school. 

To achieve this, teachers employ multi-sensory instructional techniques focusing on direct instruction of essential content, emphasizing structure, routine, organization, and time management skills.

Beyond the classroom, students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular and athletic activities, allowing them to learn through action and experience. 

This allows the school to maximize students' potential, foster academic balance, and help them develop independence and responsibility, preparing them for continued success in elementary, middle school, and beyond.

According to the latest data, Saint Louis Covenant School serves 534 students with a student-teacher ratio of 19 to 1.

4) Palmetto Middle School (6-8) (Top-Pick!)

7351 SW 128th St, Pinecrest, FL 33156

A public middle school served by Miami-Dade County, Palmetto Middle School offers education from levels 6-8, encouraging educational excellence through individual achievements, mutual respect, and celebrating multiculturalism while helping everyone feel emotionally and socially secure, only a 6-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Palmetto Middle School is home to the internationally recognized Cambridge program, Foreign Languages, and Forensic Science Academy. 

The Cambridge curriculum focuses on mathematics, science, and language arts, and the Forensic Science Academy lets students explore the exciting field of Forensic Science through hands-on experiences while relating to the application of scientific studies and physical evidence. 

According to recent data, Palmetto Middle School has 838 students with a student-teacher ratio of 24 to 1, and the latest state test scores indicate that at least 72% of its students are proficient in math and 72% in reading.

Click here for Palmetto Middle School's 2023-2024 Report Card by the Florida Department of Education.

6) Westminster Christian School (PK-12)

6855 SW 152nd St, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157

A private Christian school for levels PK-12, Westminster Christian School promotes a relevant and rigorous college-preparatory education, focusing on individual learning, gaining knowledge, and building skills for future success, an 8-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Westminster Christian School encourages creativity, curiosity, engagement, and problem-solving using research, personal analysis, and investigation. 

Its students fearlessly explore and succeed in all areas — academic, spiritual, physical, and social, receiving a well-rounded educational experience through academics, technology, fine arts, athletics, and community service.

Westminster offers 26 Advanced Placement courses and two Pre-Advanced Placement courses in the high school curriculum. 

According to recent data, Westminster Christian School has 1,280 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1.

8) Fusion Academy Miami (6-12)

9130 S Dadeland Blvd Suite 102, Miami, FL 33156

A private school that offers education for levels 6-12, Fusion Academy Miami is a fully accredited middle and high school with a completely personalized approach, a 9-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Guided by a fundamental belief in the immense potential within every person, Fusion Academy helps each student flourish – emotionally, socially, and academically – through positive mentoring relationships and a customized educational experience. 

At Fusion, classes have one student and one teacher per classroom. Students have different teachers for different subjects, acting as mentors in a one-to-one setting. Teachers personalize instruction for each student's strengths, interests, and learning preferences, customizing student schedules to fit their lives and needs. 

Fusion Academy Miami also promotes Social Emotional Learning using the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), promoting evidence-based social and emotional learning practices.

According to recent data, Fusion Academy Miami has 33 students with a student-teacher ratio of 1 to 1.

10) La Scuola (PK-8) 

7412 Sunset Dr, Miami, FL 33143

A private school for PK-8, La Scuola is a progressive forest school tucked within 3 acres of lush and sprawling forest, surrounded by mature trees, wildlife, and beautiful edible landscapes, a 10-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

La Scuola believes that exploring nature is the richest source of learning. 

With this, the school mixes the Reggio Emilia educational approach with love for nature to create a profound and beautiful learning journey alongside rich and meaningful experiences in nature, ideas, and theories through facilitators and peers and the expression through the hundred languages.

Aside from helping students develop a lifelong love of learning, La Scuola teaches them to appreciate the environment and a profound sense of environmental stewardship. 

According to recent data, La Scuola has 115 students with a student-teacher ratio of 6 to 1.

12) Vineland K-8 Center (PK-8) (Top-Pick!)

8455 SW 119th St, Miami, FL 33156

A public combination school for levels PK-8, Vineland PK-8 Center boasts dedicated, challenging, and encouraging staff and engaged and supportive parents within a warm learning environment just 10 minutes from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Vineland K-8 Center helps students become more confident, responsible, reflective, and innovative problem-solvers who enrich the community. 

Its school stakeholders faithfully support these efforts that continue a tradition of challenging everyone in the school community to do better and ensure the enduring value of a Vineland K-8 Center education.

According to recent data, Vineland K-8 Center has 740 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1, and the latest state test scores indicate that at least 76% of its students are proficient in math and 81% in reading.

Click here for Vineland K-8 Center's 2023-2024 Report Card by the Florida Department of Education.

1) Gulliver Preparatory School (PK-12) (Top-Pick!)

8455 SW 119th St, Miami, FL 33156

6575 N Kendall Dr, Pinecrest, FL 33156

Gulliver Preparatory School is a private institution from PreK through 12th grade committed to developing leaders, inventors, and creators by providing unparalleled opportunities that open the world to its students, a 6-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

What sets Gulliver Preparatory apart is its dedication to personalizing the educational experience for each student. 

Its innovative and collaborative instruction extends beyond traditional education, offering a college preparatory curriculum integrating conventional methodologies with progressive learning approaches. 

This curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while preparing them for success in higher education and beyond, all within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Aside from cultivating academic skills, the faculty and staff emphasize values and community involvement, ensuring that students develop a strong sense of ethical responsibility and community awareness.

According to the latest data, Gulliver Preparatory School has 2,227 students with a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1.

3) International Studies Preparatory Academy (9-12) (Top-Pick!)

1570 Madruga Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146

A public school that offers education for levels 9-12, International Studies Preparatory Academy aims to be an International Studies High School that meets the social, physical, and academic needs of dedicated and motivated students of Miami-Dade County, an 8-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

To achieve this mission, International Studies offers an educational environment where high school students can grow and learn as they prepare for the future. 

That said, ISPA focuses on international education and the study of modern languages, providing students with an enriched, hands-on learning environment while developing an accelerated academic program and curriculum. 

In turn, students attending ISPA will be part of a diverse student body, participate in one of three modern language academics, and become active in the community through the community service program and requirements.

According to the latest data, International Studies Preparatory Academy serves 381 students with a student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1, and the latest state test scores indicate that at least 82% of its students are proficient in math and 82% in reading.

Click here for International Studies Preparatory Academy's 2023-2024 Report Card by the Florida Department of Education.

5) Xceed Preparatory Academy - Kendall (6-12)

9350 S Dixie Hwy #160, Miami, FL 33156

A private school that offers education for levels 6-12, Xceed Preparatory Academy - Kendall prepares students for college and beyond using personalized learning approaches, especially for students who want the flexibility to pursue their interests and talents, a 9-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

It is a Cognia-accredited institution that provides personalization, including an online curriculum, flexible schedules, and attentive in-person academic staff preparing students for college and beyond. The school aims to meet each student's learning needs and interests daily.

According to recent data, Xceed Preparatory Academy - Kendall has 33 students with a student-teacher ratio of 7 to 1.

7) Riviera Schools | Preparatory School Campus (PK-12) (Top-Pick!)

9775 SW 87th Ave, Miami, FL 33176

A private school for levels PK-12 located 10 minutes from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest, Riviera Schools | Preparatory School Campus fosters academic excellence in each student to instill a sense of self-worth and independence.

Riviera Schools | Preparatory School Campus' intimate environment and familial approach are hallmarks of the Riviera experience, while the staff provides individual attention to every student, ensuring an impact at every level and helping make Riviera their second home. 

Riviera Schools | Preparatory School Campus is a true community where students and faculty gather daily to challenge themselves to reach new heights and to effect positive change in the world around them.

According to recent data, Riviera Schools | Preparatory School Campus has 835 students with a student-teacher ratio of 8 to 1.