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Bethel Christian Academy

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Bethel Christian Academy in Winter Haven, FL serves co–educational students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban midsize community.

The school enrolls a total of 55 students, with 30 students in kindergarten through 8th grade.

Bethel Christian Academy maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 supported by seven teachers.

The academy is affiliated with Baptist religious orientation and holds memberships with the Association of Christian Schools International and the National Independent Private Schools Association.

Located in Winter Haven, this private school offers education with a student body representing 87.8% students of color.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 55 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
National Independent Private Schools Association
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

55 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

88%

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Bethel Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Bethel Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 55 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Polk County, FL is $12,132 for elementary schools and $12,054 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Polk County, FL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).