Very Good
#258 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 18% of private schools
Bethany Christian School
School
1100 DORCHESTER AVE, West Melbourne, FL 32904
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#258 of 1,462
In West Melbourne
#1 of 4
public schools
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About Bethany Christian School
Bethany Christian School is a private school in West Melbourne, FL. Bethany Christian School serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #258 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Bethany 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.
Bethany 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 Bethany Christian School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in West Melbourne, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethany Christian School (this school) | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| W. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE | 7.9 |
| MEADOWLANE INTERMEDIATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| MEADOWLANE PRIMARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.7 |
| EDUCATIONAL HORIZONS CHARTER | 9.8 |
| IMAGINE SCHOOLS AT WEST MELBOURNE | 7.9 |
| PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT WEST MELBOURNE | 6.8 |
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
1100 DORCHESTER AVE, West Melbourne, FL 32904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethany Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WEST MELBOURNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Melbourne), with a very similar rating. Another option is CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RFM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Melbourne), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Melbourne, see our West Melbourne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,943
Median Home Value
$334,400
Median Rent
$1,763/mo
Population
36,885
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
41.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethany Christian School
What grades does Bethany Christian School serve?
Bethany Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Bethany Christian School?
Bethany Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Christian School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bethany Christian School rank in FL?
Bethany Christian School ranks #258 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Bethany Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bethany Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bethany Christian School a private school?
Yes, Bethany Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bethany Christian School a religious school?
Bethany Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 157
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Brevard County
- Phone
- (321) 514-4752
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