Nicklaus Children's Hospital serves 13 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicklaus Children's Hospital ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Nicklaus Children's Hospital's student population of 13 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nicklaus Children's Hospital is 0.48, 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
69%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
16%
35%
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
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
13 students attend Nicklaus Children's Hospital.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Nicklaus Children's Hospital students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 15% 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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