CORAL REEF MONTESSORI ACADEMY CHARTER

CORAL REEF MONTESSORI ACADEMY CHARTER is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 490 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, CORAL REEF MONTESSORI ACADEMY CHARTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CORAL REEF MONTESSORI ACADEMY CHARTER is a public charter school located in Miami, Florida, operating as part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools system. The school is dedicated to the Montessori philosophy, which emphasizes child-centered learning, independence, and the development of the whole child—intellectually, socially, and emotionally. By utilizing specialized Montessori materials and multi-age classrooms, the academy fosters an environment where students are encouraged to learn at their own pace and pursue their individual academic interests under the guidance of certified educators.

As a charter school, it offers families an alternative educational model within the public school framework, focusing on cultivating self-discipline, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning. The curriculum is designed to balance rigorous academic standards with the hands-on, experiential learning characteristic of the Montessori method. By maintaining a strong sense of community and prioritizing individualized instruction, Coral Reef Montessori Academy aims to prepare its students to become responsible, confident, and capable members of the broader community.

For more information, contact CORAL REEF MONTESSORI ACADEMY CHARTER at (305) 255-0064 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.