First Christian Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 446 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,600
Acceptance rate: 97%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	First Christian Academy
Nursery	46
Pre-K	48
Kind	45
1	46
2	42
3	45
4	45
5	29
6	40
7	29
8	31

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Year Founded

1996

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Thu. May 20, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

446 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

95%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Uniform (Elem/MS only)

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,600

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Tuition Notes

*For tuition costs please see our website. *We accept \"Step Up For Students\", \"Family Empowerment\", and \"McKay\" scholarships in our K-8.

Acceptance Rate

97%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Cara Coleman

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryDance

Flag FootballFootball

SoccerVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Math Club

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirMusic Club

Praise & Worship

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Zumba

School Notes

It is the mission of First Christian Academy to connect children and families to Christ through Christian education.
It is our vision for your children to develop lifelong Christian character traits making them strong enough to withstand life`s challenges as they embark on their high school years.
At First Christian Academy, we believe in providing children with the highest level of academic excellence in a loving, Christian environment.
We teach the Abeka curriculum in grades K-2 and use a variety of other publishers for grades 3-6. Our students score in the top third of all students nationally in many areas on the Terra Nova Achievement Test.
Our foundation is built on strong Biblical principles and all grades enjoy daily Bible lessons, weekly chapel sessions and Spiritual Emphasis Week.

School Motto: Connecting children and families to Christ through Christian Education.
School Mascot: Knights

At First Christian Academy, we believe in providing children with the highest level of academic excellence in a loving, Christian environment. Most of our students score in the top third of all students nationally on the annual Terra Nova testing. All grades enjoy daily Bible lessons, weekly Chapel sessions,and a Spiritual Emphasis Week in the spring. Biblical principles are not just taught in Bible class. Biblical integration takes place in all subject areas. The development of Christian character traits and the importance of using good manners is emphasized throughout the year.FCA strives to provide a solid academic foundation for each of our students. We aim for excellence, while presenting the subject matter in a flexible and fun way that meets the needs of a diverse student body with many different learning styles. All of our classes utilizesmart-boardsin their instruction and lessons encourage creativity and build critical thinking skills.Dedicated staff and families care about each other and the growth and development of all of our students. We invite you to visit and see why First Christian Academy is one of the premier Christian learning centers in Pasco, Northern Pinellas, and Hillsborough County. We serve students from the age of 6 weeks through eighthgrade. First Christian Academy is a member of ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International). Our Preschool is licensed through the Florida Department of Children & Families (Licensing #c06pa0222).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does First Christian Academy cost?

First Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $9,600 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of First Christian Academy?

The acceptance rate of First Christian Academy is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does First Christian Academy offer?

First Christian Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Football, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is First Christian Academy's ranking?

First Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for First Christian Academy?

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

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The average private school tuition in New Port Richey, FL is $7,401 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New Port Richey, FL is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).