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  • For the 2020 school year, there are 119 top private schools in Florida belonging to the Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS), serving 49,827 students.
  • The Florida Council of Independent Schools was founded in Jacksonville in December 1954. The Florida Council of Independent Schools promotes the highest standards for PK-12 education through its accreditation process, professional development programming, and advocacy efforts.
  • You can also find more schools membership associations in Florida.

Top Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS) Private Schools (2020)

  • School Location Grades Students
  • Academy at the Lakes
    Academy at the Lakes Photo - Wendlek Campus Garden
    (8)
     2220 & 2331 Collier Parkway
    Land O Lakes, FL 34639
    (813)948-7600
    Grades: NS-12 | 449 students
  • Carrollton School Of The Sacred Heart
    All-girls (Roman Catholic)
    (1)
     3747 Main Hwy
    Miami, FL 33133
    (305)446-5673
    Grades: PK-12 | 832 students
  • Christ Fellowship Academy
    Christ Fellowship Academy Photo - All K2-5th grade students receive computers each week, creating projects using Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, or Power Point. Our K2-K4 students have their own preschool learning center, where they receive hands-on learning in computers, art, science lab, and gardening each week.
    (Baptist)
    (3)
     8900 SW 168 Street
    Miami, FL 33157
    (305)238-1833
    Grades: PK-5 | 321 students
  • Jacksonville Country Day School
    Jacksonville Country Day School Photo - Jacksonville Country Day School offers a challenging and innovative curriculum tailored to your child's age and ability levels.
    (2)
     10063 Baymeadows Road
    Jacksonville, FL 32256
    (904)641-6644
    Grades: NS-6 | n/a students
  • Lake Highland Preparatory School
    Lake Highland Preparatory School Photo - Lake Highland Preparatory School is a mission-driven school dedicated to cultivating leaders with intellect and character. LHPS serves students from Pre-K through 12th grade.
    (1)
     901 Highland Ave
    Orlando, FL 32803
    (407)206-1900
    Grades: NS-12 | 1,946 students
  • Maclay School
    Maclay School Photo
    (4)
     3737 N Meridian Rd
    Tallahassee, FL 32312
    (850)893-2138
    Grades: PK-12 | 979 students
  • Oxbridge Academy
    Oxbridge Academy Photo - Since opening our doors in 2011, Oxbridge Academy has been known as a different kind of high school. Oxbridge wants what students and parents want-- an education that inspires students to meet the world boldly, with initiative and kindness.
    (2)
     3151 N. Military Trail
    West Palm Beach, FL 33409
    (561)972-9826
    Grades: 9-12 | 504 students
  • Saint Andrew's School
    Saint Andrew's School Photo - Walking through Campus
    (Episcopal)
    (1)
     3900 Jog Road
    Boca Raton, FL 33434
    (561)210-2020
    Grades: PK-12 | 1,316 students
  • St. Barnabas Episcopal School
    St. Barnabas Episcopal School Photo - Our mission is to empower each student to achieve academic and moral excellence in a faith-filled environment based on God's word.
    (Episcopal)
    (42)
     322 W. Michigan Avenue
    Deland, FL 32720
    (386)734-3005
    Grades: PK-8 | 357 students
  • St. Mark's Episcopal Academy
    St. Mark's Episcopal Academy Photo - Site of our Campus of the Future and Glover Family Outdoor Chapel and Classroom.
    (Episcopal)
    (6)
     2 Church Street
    Cocoa, FL 32922
    (321)639-5771
    Grades: PK-6 | 89 students
  • Sweetwater Episcopal Academy
    Sweetwater Episcopal Academy Photo - Sweetwater Episcopal Academy delivers academic excellence in a loving Christian environment.
    (Episcopal)
    (4)
     251 East Lake Brantley Drive
    Longwood, FL 32779
    (407)862-1882
    Grades: PK-8 | 169 students
  • Westlake Preparatory School & Academy
    Westlake Preparatory School & Academy Photo
    8950 Stirling Road
    Cooper City, FL 33024
    (954)236-2300
    Grades: NS-12 | 154 students
  • Academy Prep Center Of St Petersburg
    Academy Prep Center Of St Petersburg Photo
    2301 22nd Ave S
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33712
    (727)322-0800
    Grades: 5-8 | 102 students
  • Al-Furqan Academy
    Al-Furqan Academy Photo
    (Islamic)
     2333 Saint Johns Bluff Rd S
    Jacksonville, FL 32246
    (904)645-0810
    Grades: PK-10 | 215 students
  • All Saints Academy
    All Saints Academy Photo - We are proud of our legacy of 100% college acceptance for our graduating seniors!
    (Episcopal)
    (1)
     5001 State Road 540 West
    Winter Haven, FL 33880
    (863)293-5980
    Grades: NS-12 | 614 students
  • Amelia Island Montessori School
    Amelia Island Montessori School Photo
    Montessori School
     1423 Julia St.
    Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
    (904)261-6610
    Grades: NS-8 | 137 students
  • American Youth Academy
    American Youth Academy Photo - AYA'S Basketball Team
    (Islamic)
    (4)
     5905 E 130th Avenue
    Tampa, FL 33617
    (813)987-9282
    Grades: PK-12 | 517 students
  • Arthur I. Meyer Jewish Preparatory School
    Arthur I. Meyer Jewish Preparatory School Photo - Belonging
    (Jewish)
     5225 Hood Road
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
    (561)686-6520
    Grades: K-8 | 134 students
  • Atlantis Academy
    Atlantis Academy Photo - Welcome to Atlantis Academy.
    Special Education School
     9600 Sw 107th Ave
    Miami, FL 33176
    (305)271-9771
    Grades: 1-12 | 176 students
  • Bayshore Christian School
    (Christian)
     3909 S Macdill Ave
    Tampa, FL 33611
    (813)839-4297
    Grades: PK-12 | 243 students
  • Beaches Episcopal School
    Beaches Episcopal School Photo - Providing outlets for creativity and discovery
    (Episcopal)
     450 11th Avenue North
    Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
    (904)246-2466
    Grades: PK-6 | 244 students
  • Berkeley Preparatory School
    Berkeley Preparatory School Photo
    (Episcopal)
     4811 Kelly Road
    Tampa, FL 33615
    (813)885-1673
    Grades: PK-12 | n/a students
  • Boca Raton Christian School
    Boca Raton Christian School Photo - Competitive sports programs for elementary through high school boys and girls.
    (Christian)
     470 NW 4th Ave.
    Boca Raton, FL 33432
    (561)391-2727
    Grades: PK-12 | 582 students
  • Brandon Academy
    (2)
     801 Limona Road
    Brandon, FL 33510
    (813)689-1952
    Grades: NS-11 | 308 students
  • Calvary Christian High School
    Calvary Christian High School Photo
    (Christian)
     110 N McMullen Booth Rd
    Clearwater, FL 33759
    (727)449-2247
    Grades: 9-12 | 680 students
  • Canterbury School
    Canterbury School Photo
    (2)
     8141 College Pkwy
    Fort Myers, FL 33919
    (239)481-4323
    Grades: PK-12 | 663 students
  • Canterbury School Of Florida
    Canterbury School Of Florida Photo - Canterbury's Marine Studies program is for students in PK3 - Grade 12 and focuses on all aspects of marine science and environmental education. Our Cousteau Center for Marine Studies is a state-of-the-art 2,800 sq. ft. dedicated facility and learning laboratory. Local partnerships with a host of scientific institutions, a SCUBA crew, and international trips all expand student experiences.
    (Episcopal)
    (4)
     990 62nd Avenue NE
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
    (727)525-1419
    Grades: NS-12 | 481 students
  • Carrollwood Day School
    Carrollwood Day School Photo - Technology is embedded in the curriculum at all levels enabling students to learn the skills they will need to succeed in a digital world. In addition to computer labs, classrooms share laptop carts in grades 1 - 8 and the high school has a one-to-one laptop program. In 2013-2014 the school will transition to a one-to-one iPad program beginning with
    1515 W. Bearss Avenue
    Tampa, FL 33613
    (813)920-2288
    Grades: NS-12 | 1,033 students
  • The Christ School
    The Christ School Photo - Our Science curriculum provides a challenging, exploratory learning environment. The scientific method is applied through hands-on labs, field trips and classroom activities. Areas of study include Earth Science, Life Science and Physical Science.
    (Christian)
    (5)
     106 E Church St
    Orlando, FL 32801
    (407)849-1665
    Grades: K-8 | 348 students
  • Christ's Church Academy
    Christ's Church Academy Photo - Christ's Church Academy is a Kindergarten thru 12th grade private school that values a Christ-centered education in academics, athletics and the arts.
    (Christian)
    (1)
     10850 Old St. Augustine Rd.
    Jacksonville, FL 32257
    (904)268-8667
    Grades: K-12 | 430 students
  • Community Day School
    Community Day School Photo - Academic Excellence. All Faiths. Tomorrow's Leaders
    (Jewish)
    (9)
     1050 S Tuttle Ave
    Sarasota, FL 34237
    (941)552-2770
    Grades: PK-8 | 254 students
  • Community School Of Naples
    Community School Of Naples Photo - A beautiful view of the Landi Media Arts Center, the building that hosts CSN's library, theatre, and many classrooms.
    (5)
     13275 Livingston Road
    Naples, FL 34109
    (239)597-7575
    Grades: PK-12 | n/a students
  • Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
    Corbett Preparatory School of IDS Photo - Founded in 1968, Corbett Prep values hands-on learning in a community that encourages collaboration, fosters artistic expression, and develops international connections. In addition to its rigorous academic program, Corbett Prep is committed to engaging all students in the fine arts and performing arts through music, art, dance, and drama.
    (3)
     12015 Orange Grove Drive
    Tampa, FL 33618
    (813)961-3087
    Grades: PK-8 | 564 students
  • Cornerstone Learning Community
    Cornerstone Learning Community Photo
    (3)
     2524 Hartsfield Road
    Tallahassee, FL 32303
    (850)386-5550
    Grades: PK-8 | 208 students
  • The Cornerstone School
     2313 SE Lake Weir Avenue
    Ocala, FL 34471
    (352)351-8840
    Grades: NS-8 | 214 students
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