TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY
Charter School
1,450 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
True North Classical Academy is a tuition-free, public charter school located in Miami, Florida, dedicated to providing a rigorous, content-rich education rooted in the classical liberal arts tradition. The school emphasizes a structured academic environment designed to foster critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and moral character. By integrating a "back to basics" approach with modern pedagogical standards, True North aims to prepare students for success in higher education and beyond by cultivating a deep understanding of history, literature, the arts, and the sciences.
The academy’s mission is centered on the pursuit of "Truth, Beauty, and Goodness," encouraging students to engage with the great thinkers and foundational texts of Western civilization. Beyond core academics, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and civic virtue, aiming to develop students who are not only academically proficient but also responsible and engaged citizens. With its focus on high standards and a disciplined school culture, True North Classical Academy serves as a distinct alternative for families seeking a traditional, values-based educational experience within the Miami-Dade public school system.
The academy’s mission is centered on the pursuit of "Truth, Beauty, and Goodness," encouraging students to engage with the great thinkers and foundational texts of Western civilization. Beyond core academics, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and civic virtue, aiming to develop students who are not only academically proficient but also responsible and engaged citizens. With its focus on high standards and a disciplined school culture, True North Classical Academy serves as a distinct alternative for families seeking a traditional, values-based educational experience within the Miami-Dade public school system.
1,450
Total Students
82.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
14.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 209 |
| Hispanic | 1,163 |
| Black | 40 |
| Asian | 23 |
| Two or More | 15 |
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Hispanic1,163 (80.2%)
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White209 (14.4%)
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Black40 (2.8%)
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Asian23 (1.6%)
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Two or More15 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | MIAMI-DADE |
| Phone: | (305)749-5725 |
| Website: | http://www.tnclassical.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,450 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 82.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 177 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 29 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
104
Grade 1
110
Grade 2
111
Grade 3
108
Grade 4
113
Grade 5
94
Grade 6
117
Grade 7
146
Grade 8
122
Grade 9
139
Grade 10
123
Grade 11
94
Grade 12
69
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 104 |
| Grade 1 | 110 |
| Grade 2 | 111 |
| Grade 3 | 108 |
| Grade 4 | 113 |
| Grade 5 | 94 |
| Grade 6 | 117 |
| Grade 7 | 146 |
| Grade 8 | 122 |
| Grade 9 | 139 |
| Grade 10 | 123 |
| Grade 11 | 94 |
| Grade 12 | 69 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 701 | 48.3% |
| Male | 749 | 51.7% |
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