The Rock School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 572 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,700
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The Rock School 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	The Rock School
Nursery	60
Pre-K	70
Kind	32
1	32
2	32
3	40
4	40
5	36
6	40
7	60
8	30
9	30
10	30
11	20
12	20

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Nursery is the largest grade at The Rock School, with 60 students.

Year Founded

1993

Student Body

Total Students

572 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

39%

State avg.: 47%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

46 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

30%

Average Class Size

18 students

Average SAT score

1190

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Uniforms are required.

Number of AP Courses

9 courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP ChemistryAP Computer Science A

AP English LanguageAP English Literature

AP Modern European HistoryAP United States History

AP World History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)
International League of Christian Schools (ILCS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,700

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Tuition Notes

Tuition is all-inclusive. There are no added fees for registration, books, or materials. $300,000 in financial aid available to families each year.

% on Financial Aid

40%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,400

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Arica Heise

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

ArcheryBaseball

BasketballCross Country

Flag FootballSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Forensics and DebateMathCounts

Mu Alpha ThetaNational Honors Society

Scholastic ChessStudent Government

Student Service ClubYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Band ProgramInternational Thespian Society

School Notes

The Rock School provides a college-prep education with a Christian foundation.
Utilizing the best in curriculum and teaching practice, students at The Rock School receive opportunities to excel in academics, character, leadership, service, the arts, athletics, and their Christian faith.

College-Preparatory Education with a Christian Emphasis
Preschool, Elementary, Middle & High School
Safe, Nurturing Environment
Before & After School Care
Honors & AP Courses Offered
Dual Credit (college courses) offered on campus
K-12 sports program
K-12 art, music, theatre programs
Accredited Institution

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Rock School cost?

The Rock School's tuition is approximately $7,700 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Rock School?

The acceptance rate of The Rock School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 83%.

What sports does The Rock School offer?

The Rock School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is The Rock School's ranking?

The Rock School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for The Rock School?

The application deadline for The Rock School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 5/14/2021

The Rock School provides an excellent education with a Biblical World View. The teachers care deeply for our children which is evidenced in their work ethic, planning, and willingness to go the extra mile. Hands down, no school compares to The Rock School!

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The average private school tuition in Gainesville, FL is $12,451 for elementary schools and $11,859 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).