First United Methodist Christian School is a ministry of the First United Methodist Church of Homestead whose mission is to provide affordable, quality, developmentally age-appropriate, academically challenging educational learning experiences for preschool, elementary, and middle school students in a Christian context within the greater Homestead community.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,000
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
First United Methodist Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1953
Summer School Offered
Yes
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Excellence in Education with a Heart for Christ
Student Body
Total Students
269 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki or Navy pants and Polos
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
This is the average cost; it varies less for younger children and higher for older students and does not include fees.
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Associate
Lauren Liberty
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Lego Club, Tutoring
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Piano
Lego Club, Tutoring
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Piano
School Notes
The First United Methodist Christian school staff is highly trained and qualified and provides a loving environment and education with a heart for Christ. We are accredited through FACCS.We view the school as a partnership with the home in the God-commissioned responsibility of teaching children. We believe that a superior program for young children views them as "whole persons". Our school provides an active, challenging environment under the leadership of loving, dedicated, well-qualified Christian instructors.
WE PROMISE TO:
- Support parent values
- Provide a consistent Godly example
- Provide high quality teaching and learning experiences
- Provide balanced cocurricular and extracurricular opportunities
- Provide a safe, clean, prosocial learning environment that attends to the learning domains
- Assist students in the discovery of life purpose
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does First United Methodist Christian School cost?
First United Methodist Christian School's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of First United Methodist Christian School?
The acceptance rate of First United Methodist Christian School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does First United Methodist Christian School offer?
First United Methodist Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is First United Methodist Christian School's ranking?
First United Methodist Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for First United Methodist Christian School?
The application deadline for First United Methodist Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 2/23/2019
Amazing teachers and excellent school! So glad we found this school.
5 3/9/2018
We couldn't be happier here, our children love it!!! The teachers and staff go above and beyond, a wonderful learning environment!
5 4/5/2013
Love the school! Excellent teachers.
5 10/6/2012
The Teachers go above and beyond the call of duty. The school campus is beautiful, especially the new library. I highly recommend this school, my daughter has attended this school for four years now and I am very impressed with the results.
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