SOUTH FLORIDA AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOL INC
Charter School
295 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
South Florida Autism Charter School (SFACS), located in Hialeah, Florida, is a specialized educational institution dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based instruction to students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Established with the goal of meeting the unique academic, social, and functional needs of its students, the school utilizes a data-driven approach, often incorporating Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methodologies. By maintaining small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio, SFACS creates a supportive environment that prioritizes individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each child’s specific developmental requirements.
Beyond traditional academics, the school emphasizes life skills, communication development, and social integration to prepare students for greater independence. SFACS serves as a community hub that fosters collaboration between educators, therapists, and families to ensure a holistic approach to student growth. Through its specialized curriculum and commitment to advocacy, the school strives to empower individuals with autism to reach their full potential and successfully transition into the community at various stages of their lives.
Beyond traditional academics, the school emphasizes life skills, communication development, and social integration to prepare students for greater independence. SFACS serves as a community hub that fosters collaboration between educators, therapists, and families to ensure a holistic approach to student growth. Through its specialized curriculum and commitment to advocacy, the school strives to empower individuals with autism to reach their full potential and successfully transition into the community at various stages of their lives.
295
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
40.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic | 208 |
| Black | 60 |
| Asian | 3 |
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Hispanic208 (70.5%)
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Black60 (20.3%)
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White24 (8.1%)
-
Asian3 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | MIAMI-DADE |
| Phone: | (305)823-2700 |
| Website: | http://www.sfacs.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 295 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 20.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 109 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 9 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
11
Grade 1
11
Grade 2
17
Grade 3
15
Grade 4
18
Grade 5
19
Grade 6
18
Grade 7
20
Grade 8
31
Grade 9
19
Grade 10
17
Grade 11
19
Grade 12
80
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 11 |
| Grade 1 | 11 |
| Grade 2 | 17 |
| Grade 3 | 15 |
| Grade 4 | 18 |
| Grade 5 | 19 |
| Grade 6 | 18 |
| Grade 7 | 20 |
| Grade 8 | 31 |
| Grade 9 | 19 |
| Grade 10 | 17 |
| Grade 11 | 19 |
| Grade 12 | 80 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 60 | 20.3% |
| Male | 235 | 79.7% |
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