Nicklaus Children's Hospital serves 8 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicklaus Children's Hospital's student population of 8 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
88%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Nicklaus Children's Hospital?
The graduation rate of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Nicklaus Children's Hospital?
8 students attend Nicklaus Children's Hospital.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Nicklaus Children's Hospital students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Black.
What grades does Nicklaus Children's Hospital offer ?
Nicklaus Children's Hospital offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicklaus Children's Hospital part of?
Nicklaus Children's Hospital is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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