The R. J. Hendley Christian Education Center, founded in 1982 as a non-profit, inter-denominational Christian School, was created to provide a Christian education program for the citizens of Palm Beach County.
To this end, our students will acquire knowledge and skills, develop an awareness of individuality and self-worth, and demonstrate coping skills necessary for effective participation in our society.
Our mission is to educate, train, and graduate Christian leaders who will impact their society by exemplifying the will of God.
Our academic and spiritual setting helps students and personnel demonstrate Christian principles and Godly character in their every day lives.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
R J Hendley Christian Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1982
Student Body
Total Students
93 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for R J Hendley Christian Community School?
The application deadline for R J Hendley Christian Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest preschool is St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic (1.4 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
200 Castlewood Drive
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
(561) 844-7700
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
(561) 844-7700
2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 113 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Catholic)
100 W 20th Street
West Palm Beach, FL 33404
(561) 844-5971
West Palm Beach, FL 33404
(561) 844-5971
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students
The Batt School
(2)
11981 U.S. Highway 1
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
(561) 625-2288
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
(561) 625-2288
4.7 miles
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Central Pointe Christian Academy
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(407) 433-2276
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