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Unique Abilities & Learning Differences in Miami Gardens & Opa-locka
36 unique abilities & learning differences registered with the state in Miami Gardens & Opa-locka; 25 accept the Florida Private School Scholarship ($8,745 K-3 · $8,140 4-8 · $7,942 9-12 in 2026-27). North county communities where church-run schools and small academies make up most of the private options.
Verified against the state record. School details on this page are reproduced from the Florida Department of Education Private School Directory (Miami-Dade district), retrieved October 8, 2026. Scholarship participation reflects the state's FTC/FES-EO participating-school flag on that date. Tuition is not reported to the state — confirm it with the school.
Funding note: Students with a qualifying diagnosis or IEP can use FES-UA — averaging about $10,000 — instead of the standard award.
| School | Type | Community | Grades | State scholarship | FES-UA | Accredited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Perfect Place 4 Kidz 18425 NW 2nd Ave, Miami Gardens 33169 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Academically Fit Learning Academy 1370 NW 214th Terrace, Miami Gardens 33169 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-03 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| Academy of Excellence 1 940 Caliph Street, Opa-locka 33054 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Ace Academy North 3450 NW 199th Street, Miami 33056 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| America's Little Leaders Academy 2570 NW 152nd Terr, Opa-locka 33054 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-01 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| Arlington Academy of Miami 4814 NW 167th Street, Miami Gardens 33014 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Bethany Academy of Arts 4400 NW 183rd Street, Miami Gardens 33055 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Betty's Preschool Academy 3888 NW 167 Street, Miami Gardens 33054 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-10 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Blessed Pediatric Care 4715 Northwest 157th Street, Miami Gardens 33014 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| Breakthrough Christian Academy 3790 NW 167 St, Miami Gardens 33054 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-12 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Prep 4481 NW 167th St, Miami Gardens 33055 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-12 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| Christ Children Academy 2900 NW 183rd St, Miami Gardens 33056 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| City Innovation School 1270 NW 165th Street, Miami Gardens 33169 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-08 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| Diamond Minds Transformational Leadership a 1160 NW 159 Drive, Miami 33169 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | ✓ |
| Empowering Youth 1840 NW 152 Terrace, Miami Gardens 33054 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Etta Mae Anderson Learning Academy 17901 NW 37th Ave, Miami 33056 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Iexcel Preparatory Academy 17700 N.W. 27th Avenue, Miami Gardens 33056 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-05 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Jeremiah Academy 1455 NW 183rd Street, Miami 33169 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-11 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Khaila Montessori Academy 16101 NW 22 Ave, Miami Gardens 33054 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Kiilys Kids 630 Sharar Avenue, Opa-locka 33054 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Lubavitch Educational Center 17330 NW 7th Avenue, Miami 33169 | Jewish Day Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Marian Center School and Services 15701 NW 37th Avenue, Miami Gardens 33054 | Catholic Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | 01-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | ✓ |
| Masters Preparatory School- North Miami 16301 NW 2nd Ave Suite1, Miami 33169 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-05 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Mlmpi Prep Academy 6 3593 NW 183 Street Suite 2, Miami Gardens 33056 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | 06-12 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| Monsignor Edward Pace High School 15600 NW 32nd Avenue, Miami Gardens 33054 | Catholic Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | 09-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | ✓ |
| North Dade Academy 3291 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens 33056 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | 06-12 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| North Dade Regional Academy 20827 NW 2nd Ave, Miami Gardens 33169 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Oasis Academy 540 N.W 165 Street Rd. 104, Miami 33169 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Pentab Academy 18415 N.W. 7th Avenue, Miami 33169 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-08 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Smarten Sports Academy 4829-4831 NW 183rd St, Miami 33055 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | 06-12 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| Soar Academy of Excellence 905 Arabia Ave, Opa-locka 33054 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | 06-12 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| South Florida School of Excellence 780 Fisherman St, Opa-locka 33054 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Sprouting To Success 18061 NW 27th Avenue, Miami Gardens 33056 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| St. Anthony's School of Higher Education 18441 NW 2 Ave, Miami Gardens 33169 | Independent & Secular Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| The Kingdom Center Academy 16800 NW 17th Ave, Miami Gardens 33056 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | PK-12 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| World Mission of Jesus Christ Christian 13850 NW 26 Avenue 6, Miami 33054 | Christian Schools | Miami Gardens & Opa-locka | K-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
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