University Christian School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 745 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,100
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Jun. 1
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

University Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	University Christian School
Nursery	16
Pre-K	108
Kind	40
1	28
2	42
3	48
4	37
5	47
6	43
7	47
8	60
9	66
10	60
11	58
12	45

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Year Founded

1965

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Student Body

Total Students

745 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

94%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

41 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniforms purchased in Campus Store

Number of AP Courses

6 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jun. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,100

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Tuition Notes

Includes books & technology fees

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Sissy Ciresi

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

17 sports

Sports

BalletBaseball

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryDance

Drill TeamFlag Football

FootballGolf

GymnasticsSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

VolleyballWeightlifting

Wrestling

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Colors

White, Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Christian Knight

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Beta ClubJacksonville Exchange Club

Junior Beta ClubNational Honor Society

Safety Patrol

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtBand

DramaDrum Line

Music

School Notes

The mission of University Christian School is to lead every student to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ while providing the highest quality Christian education in an environment of genuine love and concern for each student and parent.
The purpose of UCS is to reach, teach, and to serve.
Through these three purposes we believe we will be drawn together in fellowship and worship.

The mission of University Christian School is to lead every student to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ while providing the highest quality Christian education in an environment of genuine love and concern for each student and parent. The purpose of UCS is to reach, teach, and to serve. Through these three purposes we believe we will be drawn together in fellowship and worship.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does University Christian School cost?

University Christian School's tuition is approximately $8,100 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of University Christian School?

The acceptance rate of University Christian School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does University Christian School offer?

University Christian School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Drill Team, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. University Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.

What is University Christian School's ranking?

University Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for University Christian School?

The application deadline for University Christian School is Jun. 1.

In what neighborhood is University Christian School located?

University Christian School is located in the Greenfield Manor neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.

School Reviews

5 8/5/2013

We have had two children graduate from UCS and one still attending. We are so thankful for the Godly teachers, mentors and friends that our children have been blessed with at their school.

- Posted by Parent - Bhche

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The average private school tuition in Jacksonville, FL is $12,709 for elementary schools and $13,523 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Jacksonville, FL is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).