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

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Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 347 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,200
Acceptance rate: 72%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

Tampa Bay Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Tampa Bay Christian Academy
Nursery	16
Pre-K	34
Kind	36
1	36
2	28
3	28
4	24
5	13
6	22
7	22
8	22
9	23
10	20
11	13
12	10

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Kindergarten and Grade 1 highest both enroll 36 students, while Grade 12 has just 10.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1957

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Campus Size

2 acres

Student Body

Total Students

347 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

67%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

35%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Uniform

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools (SBACS)
Christian Schools of Florida (CSF)
Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)
National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,200

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Tuition Notes

Most students receive some form of scholarship, and families pay about $500 per year for their entire education.

Summer Program Cost

$120

% on Financial Aid

80%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$6,400

Acceptance Rate

72%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Lisa Moldauer

Admissions Associate

Sande VanHook

Application URL

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Drama ClubStudent Government

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Fine Arts Program

School Notes

Tampa Bay Christian Academy is educating for eternity by seeking to nurture the spirit, mind and body of an international and culturally diverse pre-K through 12th grade student population through a Christ-centered, developmentally appropriate and safe educational environment.
Our goal is to partner with families and churches to enable students to develop and apply a biblical world view and to become servant leaders in a changing world.
Tampa Bay Christian Academy will be regionally, nationally and internationally recognized as a pace setter for academic and moral excellence and innovative educational practices, developing well-rounded Christian leaders of Godly conviction who influence their world for Jesus Christ through evangelism and discipleship.

Tampa Bay Christian Academy is educating for eternity by seeking to nurture the spirit, mind and body of an international and culturally diverse pre-K through 12th grade student population through a Christ-centered, developmentally appropriate and safe educational environment. Our goal is to partner with families and churches to enable students to develop and apply a biblical world view and to become servant leaders in a changing world. Tampa Bay Christian Academy will be regionally, nationally and internationally recognized as a pace setter for academic and moral excellence and innovative educational practices, developing well-rounded Christian leaders of Godly conviction who influence their world for Jesus Christ through evangelism and discipleship.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Tampa Bay Christian Academy cost?

Tampa Bay Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $8,200 for private students and $120 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Tampa Bay Christian Academy?

The acceptance rate of Tampa Bay Christian Academy is 72%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Tampa Bay Christian Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Florida with low acceptance rates.

What is Tampa Bay Christian Academy's ranking?

Tampa Bay Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Tampa Bay Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Tampa Bay Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Tampa Bay Christian Academy located?

Tampa Bay Christian Academy is located in the Riverbend neighborhood of Tampa, FL.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Tampa, FL is $11,950 for elementary schools and $12,258 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Tampa, FL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).