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32177 Florida Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 556 students in 32177, FL (there are 11 public schools, serving 4,281 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 32177, FL are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 14%).
The top ranked private school in 32177, FL is Peniel Baptist Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Florida private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private schools in 32177, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Pentecostal).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 32177 Florida Private Schools (2026-27)

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Peniel Baptist Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 235 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
110 Peniel Church Road
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 328-1707
(2)
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Map of Hillcrest Academy
Hillcrest Academy
Gr: K-11 | 62 students
2009 President St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 328-6514
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Map of St. Johns Christian School
St. Johns Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 110 students
Baptist
938 Westriver Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 328-2120
(1)
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Map of School Of The Heights
School Of The Heights
Gr: PK-6 | 149 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Pentecostal
3111 Saint Johns Avenue
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 325-0951
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 32177, FL?
The top ranked private schools in 32177, FL is Peniel Baptist Academy.
How many private schools are located in 32177?
4 private schools are located in 32177.
What percentage of students in 32177 go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in 32177 are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 32177?
100% of private schools in 32177 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Pentecostal).

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