New Jerusalem Christian Academy

New Jerusalem Christian Academy in Seffner, FL serves 211 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a suburban community setting.
The co–educational Christian school was founded in 1905 and is affiliated with the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with 19 teaching staff supporting a total enrollment of 182 K–12 students.
Approximately 61% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the suburban Seffner community.
New Jerusalem Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools statewide in Florida based on its founding year.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 211 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

New Jerusalem Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
211 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
61%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
New Jerusalem Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is New Jerusalem Christian Academy's ranking?
New Jerusalem Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for New Jerusalem Christian Academy?
The application deadline for New Jerusalem Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is New Jerusalem Christian Academy located?
New Jerusalem Christian Academy is located in the Seffner Community Alliance neighborhood of Seffner, FL. There are 5 other private schools located in Seffner Community Alliance.

School Reviews

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Excellent school. It is like a family. Each year we see improvement. They are always trying to find ways to get better. The administration and teachers are great and there is great communication.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 211 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Hillsborough County, FL is $11,507 for elementary schools and $12,352 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Hillsborough County, FL is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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