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CES Academy – Jacksonville, FL

Best Southside Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private elementary schools serving 2,274 students in the neighborhood of Southside, Jacksonville, FL.
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Southside include Promise Land Academy, Christ's Church Academy, and Holy Family Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Florida private elementary school average acceptance rate of 80%.
100% of private elementary schools in Southside are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Top-Ranked Southside Private Elementary Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
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)
6045 Greenland Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32258
(904) 268-8667
Gr: PK-12 | 1,681 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Family Catholic School
Holy Family Catholic School Photo - Holy Family Catholic School was named a National Blue Ribbon School in November, 2012.
(Catholic)
(2)
9800-3 Baymeadows Road
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 645-9875
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Promise Land Academy
(Baptist)
(3)
3990 Loretto Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32223
(904) 268-2422
Gr: K-7 | 63 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
CES Academy – Jacksonville, FL
CES Academy – Jacksonville, FL Photo
(Christian)
(1)
8045 Hogan Rd.
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 254-6428
Gr: K-12 | 104 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Southside, Jacksonville, FL?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Southside, Jacksonville, FL include Promise Land Academy, Christ's Church Academy, and Holy Family Catholic School.
How many private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Southside, Jacksonville?
4 private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Southside, Jacksonville.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Southside, Jacksonville?
100% of private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Southside, Jacksonville are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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