Excellent
#72 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 5% of private schools
Beacon of Hope Christian School
School
1230 KINGS ESTATE RD, St. Augustine, FL 32086
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#72 of 1,462
In St. Augustine
#1 of 7
public schools
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Beacon of Hope Christian School
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About Beacon of Hope Christian School
Beacon of Hope Christian School is a private school in St. Augustine, FL. Beacon of Hope Christian School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Beacon of Hope Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Beacon of Hope Christian School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Beacon of Hope Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Beacon of Hope Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Beacon of Hope Christian School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in St. Augustine, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beacon of Hope Christian School (this school) | 8.0 |
| OSCEOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| OTIS A. MASON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| THE EVELYN HAMBLEN CENTER | 4.4 |
| GAINES ALTERNATIVE AT HAMBLEN | 4.0 |
| R J MURRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| JAMES A. WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| KETTERLINUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.1 |
| CROOKSHANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| R. B. HUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| W. DOUGLAS HARTLEY ELEMENTARY | 8.2 |
| ST. AUGUSTINE PUBLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL (SAPMS) | 2.5 |
| SEBASTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| BLIND HIGH SCHOOL (FSDB) | 8.3 |
| DEAF HIGH SCHOOL (FSDB) | 7.7 |
| DEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FSDB) | 7.1 |
| DEAF MIDDLE SCHOOL (FSDB) | 7.0 |
| BLIND PK-8 SCHOOL (FSDB) | 6.0 |
| ST. JOHNS VIRTUAL FRANCHISE | 7.1 |
| ST. JOHNS TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| LIFE WORK/PROJECT SEARCH | 3.6 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1230 KINGS ESTATE RD, St. Augustine, FL 32086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beacon of Hope Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. VICTORY PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE EVELYN HAMBLEN CENTER (rated 4.4/10, 3.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Augustine, see our St. Augustine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,508
Median Home Value
$342,000
Median Rent
$1,536/mo
Population
34,347
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
50.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beacon of Hope Christian School
What grades does Beacon of Hope Christian School serve?
Beacon of Hope Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Beacon of Hope Christian School?
Beacon of Hope Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beacon of Hope Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beacon of Hope Christian School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Beacon of Hope Christian School rank in FL?
Beacon of Hope Christian School ranks #72 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Beacon of Hope Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beacon of Hope Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Beacon of Hope Christian School a private school?
Yes, Beacon of Hope Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Church of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Beacon of Hope Christian School a religious school?
Beacon of Hope Christian School has a Church of God religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Church of God
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Johns County
- Phone
- (276) 591-9994
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