SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES HOMESTEAD

School Overview
The School for Advanced Studies (SAS) in Homestead is a unique, tuition-free collegiate high school program operated by Miami-Dade County Public Schools in partnership with Miami Dade College. Designed for high-achieving 11th and 12th-grade students, the school allows participants to complete their high school graduation requirements while simultaneously earning an Associate in Arts degree. The curriculum is rigorous, focusing on dual-enrollment coursework that bridges the gap between secondary education and university expectations, effectively providing students with a two-year head start on their college careers.

Beyond its academic intensity, SAS Homestead is recognized for providing a supportive, mature environment that prepares students for the challenges of higher education. Because classes are held on the Miami Dade College campus, students benefit from a diverse, professional collegiate setting that fosters independence and critical thinking. The school consistently ranks among the top institutions in the state, making it a sought-after destination for motivated students aiming to gain significant college credit and a competitive edge before transitioning to four-year universities.
135
Total Students
4.0
Full-Time Teachers
33.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES HOMESTEAD
Demographic Student Count
White12
Hispanic100
Black14
Asian6
Two or More2
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    100 (74.1 %)
  • Black
    14 (10.4 %)
  • White
    12 (8.9 %)
  • Asian
    6 (4.4 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: MIAMI-DADE
Phone: (305)237-5062
Website: http://sas.dadeschools.net
Grade Range: 11th - 12th
Total Students: 135
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 4.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 33.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 38
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Grade 11 79
Grade 12 56

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES HOMESTEAD
Grade Student Count
Grade 1179
Grade 1256
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES HOMESTEAD
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7757%
Male5843%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)