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Florida Private Schools Belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 45 private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) serving 24,336 students in Florida. You can also find more schools membership associations in Florida.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) in Florida include Westminster Academy, The American Academy, Broward Campus, and Center Academy - Hunters Creek.
The average tuition cost is $16,133, which is higher than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $12,533.
52% of private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) in Florida are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 45

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 45

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) in Florida (2026-27)

The American Academy, Broward Campus Photo
The American Academy, Broward Campus
Gr: PK-12 | 300 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 21
Specialized Curriculum
12200 Broward Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33325
(954) 472-0022
(10)
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American Heritage Schools, Broward Campus Photo
American Heritage Schools, Broward Campus
Gr: NS-12 | 2,999 students
Avg. class size: 27 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 42
12200 W. Broward Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33325
(954) 472-0022
(44)
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American Heritage Schools, Palm Beach Campus Photo
American Heritage Schools, Palm Beach Campus
Gr: NS-12 | 2,001 students
Avg. class size: 27 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 49
Specialized Curriculum
6200 Linton Blvd.
Delray Beach, FL 33484
(561) 495-7272
(28)
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Center Academy - Hunters Creek Photo
Center Academy - Hunters Creek
Gr: 4-12
Avg. class size: 20 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Special Education School
3430 Hunter’s Creek Blvd
Orlando, FL 32837
(407) 286-1673
(2)
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Center Academy - Riverview Photo
Center Academy - Riverview
Gr: 4-12 | 84 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Sports: 4
Special Education School
10518 Riverview Dr
Riverview, FL 33578
(813) 677-7777
(9)
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Christ Fellowship Academy Palmetto Bay Photo
Christ Fellowship Academy Palmetto Bay
Gr: PK-8 | 481 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 12
Baptist
8900 SW 168 Street
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 238-1833
(10)
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Forest Trail Academy Photo
Forest Trail Academy
Gr: K-12 | 678 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Alternative School
2101 Vista Parkway, Suite 226
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
(561) 537-5501
(36)
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Westminster Academy Photo
Westminster Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 1,040 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 17
Presbyterian
5601 N Federal Highway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(954) 815-0131
(34)
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Altamonte Christian School Photo
Altamonte Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 431 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 8
Baptist
601 Palm Springs Drive
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 831-0950
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The American Academy, Palm Beach Campus Photo
The American Academy, Palm Beach Campus
Gr: K-12 | 257 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 21
Special Education School
6200 Linton Blvd
Delray Beach, FL 33484
(561) 495-7272
(7)
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Beacon Hill Preparatory School Photo
Beacon Hill Preparatory School
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
18001 Nw 22nd Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL 33056
(305) 624-1600
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Beacon Hill School Photo
Beacon Hill School
Gr: PK-8 | 95 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 6
7600 Davie Road Ext
Hollywood, FL 33024
(954) 963-2600
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Bethany Christian School Photo
Bethany Christian School
Gr: PK-8 | 373 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 6
Presbyterian
615 SE 9th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 522-2554
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The Biltmore School Photo
The Biltmore School
Gr: PK-8 | 163 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5
Specialized Curriculum
1600 Sw 57th Avenue
Miami, FL 33155
(305) 266-4666
(1)
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Map of The Blake School Of Plantation
The Blake School Of Plantation
Gr: PK-8 | 143 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 8
Specialized Curriculum
7011 W Sunrise Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33313
(954) 584-6816
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Map of Bradenton Christian School
Bradenton Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 891 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 10
Christian
3304 43rd St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 792-5454
(1)
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Calvary Christian Academy & Preschool Photo
Calvary Christian Academy & Preschool
Gr: PK-12 | 293 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 10
Baptist
535 Clifford Street
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
(850) 862-1414
(10)
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Christ The King Catholic School Photo
Christ The King Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 522 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
3809 W Morrison Avenue
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 876-8770
(4)
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Conchita Espinosa Academy Photo
Conchita Espinosa Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 593 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 28
12975 SW 6th St
Miami, FL 33184
(305) 227-1150
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Crenshaw Academy Photo
Crenshaw Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 85 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
2342 Hempel Ave.
Gotha, FL 34734
(407) 757-2241
(6)
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Map of Dade Christian School
Dade Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 598 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 9
Christian
6601 NW 167th Street
Miami, FL 33015
(305) 822-7690
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Divine Savior Academy Photo
Divine Savior Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 1,178 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 20
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
10311 NW 58th Street
Miami, FL 33178
(305) 597-4545
(11)
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Donahue Academy Photo
Donahue Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
4955 Seton Way
Immokalee, FL 34142
(239) 842-3241
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Evangelical Christian School Photo
Evangelical Christian School
Gr: NS-12 | 1,033 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
8237 Beacon Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33907
(239) 936-3319
(2)
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First Coast Christian School Photo
First Coast Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 590 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
7587 Blanding Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 777-3040
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Forest Lake Academy Photo
Forest Lake Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 434 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 4
Seventh Day Adventist
500 Education Loop
Apopka, FL 32703
(407) 862-8411
(2)
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Map of Hobe Sound Christian Academy
Hobe Sound Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 219 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Christian
11460 SE Gomez Ave.
Hobe Sound, FL 33455
(772) 545-1455
(2)
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Map of Lake Forrest Preparatory School
Lake Forrest Preparatory School
Gr: NS-8 | 300 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Extracurriculars: 10
866 Lake Howell Road
Maitland, FL 32751
(407) 331-5144
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Map of Liberty Christian Prep School
Liberty Christian Prep School
Gr: PK-12 | 432 students
Sports: 5
2451 Dora Ave
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 343-0061
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Lighthouse Private Christian Academy Photo
Lighthouse Private Christian Academy
Gr: K-12 | 281 students
Sports: 5
Christian
1530 New Hope Road
Gulf Breeze, FL 32563
(850) 733-1017
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Map of Mc Glannan School
Mc Glannan School
Gr: 1-8 | 101 students
Special Education School
10770 SW 84th St
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 274-2208
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Montessori Academy Photo
Montessori Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 510 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 12
Montessori School
19200 Pines Blvd.
Hollywood, FL 33029
(954) 435-4622
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Morningside Academy Photo
Morningside Academy
Gr: K-12 | 573 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 8
Friends
2180 SE Morningside Blvd
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
(772) 335-2096
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NFC Academy Photo
NFC Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 614 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 10
Baptist
3000 N Meridian Road
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 386-6327
(1)
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Pinewood Christian Academy Photo
Pinewood Christian Academy
Gr: PK-10 | 323 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 4
Presbyterian
198 Knight Boxx Road
Middleburg, FL 32068
(904) 272-6408
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) in Florida?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) in Florida include Westminster Academy, The American Academy, Broward Campus, and Center Academy - Hunters Creek.
How many private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) are located in Florida?
45 private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) are located in Florida.
How much do private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) cost in Florida?
The average tuition cost is $16,133, which is higher than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $12,533.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) in Florida?
Florida private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) are approximately 44% minority students, which is lower than the Florida private school average of 48%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) are religiously affiliated in Florida?
52% of private schools belonging to Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) in Florida are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
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Private Schools
24,336
Students
$16,133
Avg. Tuition
44%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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