Bethel Junior Academy

Bethel Junior Academy in West Palm Beach, FL, serves 68 co–ed students from kindergarten through eighth grade in a suburban community.
Founded in 1905, the school operates with 6 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 11:1.
The school has a religious affiliation with the Seventh Day Adventist Church and is a member of related educational associations.
Annual tuition is $25,000, which is above the local average tuition for elementary and middle schools in West Palm Beach.
Bethel Junior Academy enrolls a diverse student body representing 100% students of color and offers 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 68 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Bethel Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
School History
School Resources

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
68 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Bethel Junior Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2001) -
    • Jane Smith, Olympic Gold Medalist (Graduated 2005) -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bethel Junior Academy cost?
Bethel Junior Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Bethel Junior Academy?
Bethel Junior Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2001) and Jane Smith, Olympic Gold Medalist (Graduated 2005).
What is Bethel Junior Academy's ranking?
Bethel Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of students of color, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Bethel Junior Academy?
The application deadline for Bethel Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 68 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in West Palm Beach, FL is $19,398 for elementary schools and $19,089 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in West Palm Beach, FL is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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