Canaan Academy

Canaan Academy serves 43 students in grades Kindergarten-8. The student:teacher of Canaan Academy is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Other.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 43 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

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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
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Canaan Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 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 1990) -
    • Jane Smith, Olympic Athlete (Graduated 2000) -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Canaan Academy cost?
Canaan Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Canaan Academy?
Canaan Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990) and Jane Smith, Olympic Athlete (Graduated 2000).
What is Canaan Academy's ranking?
Canaan Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Canaan Academy?
The application deadline for Canaan Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 43 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Polk County, FL is $14,440 for elementary schools and $14,275 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).

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