Lighthouse Private Christian Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 281 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,500
Application Deadline: Jun. 30
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Lighthouse Private Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Christian Schools of Florida
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
National Council for Private School Accreditation
MSA-CESS Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Lighthouse Private Christian Academy
Kind	15
1	15
2	18
3	18
4	15
5	18
6	22
7	22
8	26
9	28
10	26
11	26
12	32

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

2004

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Student Body

Total Students

281 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

46%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School uniform policy can be found on our website

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jun. 30

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,500

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Tuition Notes

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% on Financial Aid

90%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Faith Ellisor

Admissions Associate

Pam Miller

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringSoccer

Softball

School Notes

Lighthouse Private Christian Academy is began in 2004 after Hurricane Ivan.
Serving 3 counties with 5 campuses in our K-12th grades, as well as a college for post secondary education, LPCA stands ready to partner with you in the education of your greatest blessings; your student!
We, at LPCA, provide a multi-faceted, exceptional education to our students while assisting families in fostering their child's spiritual development.
We provide a safe, nurturing environment with loving, positive teachers that reinforce Christian principles.
In combination with a Christian instructional curriculum, we give students the opportunity to pursue their own open ended research using high quality materials.
LPCA offers a fully accredited curriculum AND school with the highest accreditations offered to private schools
Students have the opportunity to participate in athletics for all ages as well as enjoy a full high school academic program
LPCA has campuses in Milton/Pace, Pensacola, and Gulf Breeze, FL as well as a fully accredited online option for students throughout the United States.

School Motto: The mission of Lighthouse Private Christian Academy is to inspire students to have a love and joy for learning, for a lifetime, by providing a transformational, Christ-centered education.
School Mascot: Stingray

LPCA offers campuses in Milton/Pace, Pensacola, and Gulf Breeze, Florida as well as a fully accredited online option for students throughout the United States
LPCA is a fully accredited school offering fully accredited curriculum for students in grades K - 12th.
An online application must be completed and submitted before acceptance can be discussed. ALL financial data must be completed prior to admission process.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jeffrey Wilson - New York Mets baseball player

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lighthouse Private Christian Academy cost?

Lighthouse Private Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $9,500 for private students.

What schools are Lighthouse Private Christian Academy often compared to?

Lighthouse Private Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Santa Rosa Christian School by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from Lighthouse Private Christian Academy?

Lighthouse Private Christian Academy famous alumni include: Jeffrey Wilson.

What sports does Lighthouse Private Christian Academy offer?

Lighthouse Private Christian Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Soccer and Softball.

What is Lighthouse Private Christian Academy's ranking?

Lighthouse Private Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Lighthouse Private Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Lighthouse Private Christian Academy is Jun. 30.

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