First Christian Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 444 students
Average class size: 18 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)
Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools (SBACS)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	First Christian Academy
Nursery	10
Pre-K	50
Kind	45
1	45
2	36
3	36
4	36
5	36
6	36
7	30
8	30
9	16
10	16
11	12
12	10

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Year Founded

2007

Student Body

Total Students

444 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

36 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

School Notes

First Christian Academy's mission is to provide a Christ-centered, quality education for students through an environment which develops and encourages academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a lifelong love and desire for learning.

School Motto: Changing Our Culture and Community for Christ
School Mascot: Lions

First Christian Academy's mission is to provide a truly Christ centered quality education for students through an environment which develops and encourages academic excellence, spiritual growth, and lifelong love and desire for learning.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does First Christian Academy offer?

First Christian Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Softball and Volleyball.

What is First Christian Academy's ranking?

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

School Reviews

5 4/12/2024

Amazing teachers and environment! They are so supportive, kind, and really care about the wellbeing of their students. This school focuses on the Biblical worldview, and I feel strong that it is preparing our children to move forward with their faith in world that is moving away from God. I am so thankful for their time of with my kids. My kids have nothing positive words to say about their experiences.

- Posted by Parent - TDavis

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The average private school tuition in Alachua County, FL is $11,247 for elementary schools and $11,398 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Alachua County, FL is 69% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).