Morningside Academy began in 1987 with 33 students in Kindergarten and first grade.
The academy currently enrolls over five hundred students in kindergarten through twelfth grade.
It is our desire to provide a Christian education where Biblical principles are taught through the life and attitude of the teacher, a Bible centered curriculum and consistent integration of thought, word and deed.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Morningside Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
573 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
25 students
Advanced Courses
College Algebra, Dual Enrollment: English Comp I&II, Evangelism & Apologetics, Exploring the Bible, Life Span Development, Psych, Trig&Analytical Geometry
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies between Elementary, Middle School, and High School. Please contact us for detailed tuition rates.
Admissions Director
Cindi Tomaszewski
Admissions Associate
Kendra Dye
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Fellowship of Christian Athletes, NHS, NJHS, Service Society
Arts and Music Programs:
Chapel Ministry, Choral Program, Drama, String Orchestra Program
Fellowship of Christian Athletes, NHS, NJHS, Service Society
Arts and Music Programs:
Chapel Ministry, Choral Program, Drama, String Orchestra Program
School Notes
- School Motto: Morningside Academy serves to nurture the spirit, educate the mind, and train the body to shape Christian citizen-servants for the next generation of leadership.
- Morningside Academy is fully accredited through:
- FACCS (Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools)
- MSA CESS (Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools)
- NCA CASI (North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement)
- NWAC (Northwest Accreditation Commision)
- SACS CASI (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement)
- We are part of the AdcancEdglobal network of over 34,000 schools and systems in more than 70 countries that are committed to conituous improvement through accreditation.
- Morningside's SAT scores are consistently at or above the 90th percentile of students nationwide.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Morningside Academy offer?
Morningside Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Indoor Soccer, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Morningside Academy's ranking?
Morningside Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Morningside Academy?
The application deadline for Morningside Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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