Miami Country Day School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 1,301 students
Yearly Tuition: $32,170
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Miami Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Miami Country Day School
Pre-K	62
Kind	61
1	61
2	71
3	74
4	74
5	85
6	96
7	116
8	120
9	132
10	126
11	114
12	109

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1938

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Campus Size

11 acres

Student Body

Total Students

1,301 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

139 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

58%

Average Class Size

18 students

Average SAT score

1230

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Number of AP Courses

21 courses

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31

Yearly Tuition Cost

$32,170

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% on Financial Aid

13%

Admissions Director

Ingrid Palmisano

Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

School Mascot

Sparty The Spartan

School Notes

Miami Country Day School was funded in 1938 as a residentialproprietary boarding school for Boys through eighth grade and hasevolved remarkably over the past 80 years.
The school has become a coeducational, nonprofit,interdenominational school with approximately 1250 students inPre-Kindergarten 3 through 12th grade representing nearly 44countries.
The school's first twelfth grade graduating class was in1981.
The education of the whole person, including the sixpotentials: intellectual, spiritual, social, aesthetic, physical,and emotional, and emphasis on the core values of honor, respect,wisdom and compassion, are fostered with a strongcollege-preparatory program.

The mission of Miami Country Day School is to educate the wholechild with a uniquely diverse, comprehensive, and well-balancededucational experience. A multi-faceted curriculum focuses on thedevelopment of a childs' six areas of potential: Physical,Aesthetic, Intellectual, Emotional, Social, and Spiritual. Aninnovative blend of traditional and cutting-edge teachingmethodologies supports students along an integrated continuum oflearning. Rigorous academics, advanced technology and extensiveenrichment programs are balanced with a focus on values, characterdevelopment, and a keen awareness of the rewards andresponsibilities of global citizenship. The result is a studentwith the consciousness,capacity, and confidence for success incollege and life in the 21st century.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Manny Diaz - Head Coach of the Miami Hurricanes football team, former player and assistant coach. -
- Carlos Cannon - Former college swimmer and water polo player, currently coaching at Boston College. -
- Christine Chancy - Director of Alumni at MCDS and a successful collegiate athlete. -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Miami Country Day School cost?

Miami Country Day School's tuition is approximately $32,170 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Miami Country Day School?

Miami Country Day School famous alumni include: Manny Diaz - Head Coach of the Miami Hurricanes football team, former player and assistant coach., Carlos Cannon - Former college swimmer and water polo player, currently coaching at Boston College. and Christine Chancy - Director of Alumni at MCDS and a successful collegiate athlete..

Does Miami Country Day School offer a summer program?

Yes, Miami Country Day School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Miami Country Day School offer?

Miami Country Day School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball and Water Polo. Miami Country Day School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.

What is Miami Country Day School's ranking?

Miami Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Miami Country Day School?

The application deadline for Miami Country Day School is Jan. 31.

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The average private school tuition in Miami, FL is $18,664 for elementary schools and $19,783 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Miami, FL is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).