Great Heights Academy Inc. is a nonsectarian special education school located in the West End neighborhood of suburban Miami, Florida, serving 75 students in grades K–12.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, with 11 teachers supporting its co–ed enrollment.
Approximately 88% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, reflecting local community diversity.
Tuition at nearby private schools averages $18,371 for elementary and $19,485 for high school, placing Great Heights Academy within the regional private education market.
Great Heights Academy operates in a large suburban setting, providing special education services to families in the Miami area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Great Heights Academy Inc.?
The application deadline for Great Heights Academy Inc. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Great Heights Academy Inc. located?
Great Heights Academy Inc. is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 51 other private schools located in West End.
Nearby 91s
The nearest high school and elementary school to Great Heights Academy Inc. is Villa Lyan (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Miami Baptist School (0.4 miles away)
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(305) 752-0220
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(305) 752-0220
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(305) 388-8059
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(305) 388-9526
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