Needs Improvement
#1414 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Bethel Junior Academy
Elementary School
2850 AVE F, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#1,414 of 1,462
In Riviera Beach
#2 of 2
public schools
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Bethel Junior Academy
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About Bethel Junior Academy
Bethel Junior Academy is a private elementary school in Riviera Beach, FL. Bethel Junior Academy serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethel Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,414 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, Bethel Junior Academy 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.
Bethel Junior Academy 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 Bethel Junior Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Riviera Beach, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethel Junior Academy (this school) | 3.9 |
| POTENTIALS CHARTER SCHOOL | — |
| SEAGULL ACADEMY | — |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| TEEN PARENT PROGRAM - PK | — |
| WEST RIVIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| DR. MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE ELEMENTARY | 5.2 |
| RIVIERA BEACH PREPARATORY & ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY | 5.8 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
2850 AVE F, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethel Junior Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Lake Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, R J HENDLEY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Riviera Beach, see our Riviera Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,225
Median Home Value
$305,600
Median Rent
$1,507/mo
Population
30,533
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SHEYE'S OF MIAMI ELEMENTARY INC. Miami, FL | 3.9 |
| EBENEZER DAY CARE Miami, FL | 4.0 |
| LITTLE TIGERS OF MIAMI GARDENS Hialeah, FL | 3.8 |
| MY WORLD LEARNING CENTER Hialeah, FL | 4.0 |
| SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES Sarasota, FL | 3.8 |
| THE ADVENT SCHOOL ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER Miami, FL | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethel Junior Academy
What grades does Bethel Junior Academy serve?
Bethel Junior Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bethel Junior Academy?
Bethel Junior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethel Junior Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethel Junior Academy is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bethel Junior Academy rank in FL?
Bethel Junior Academy ranks #1,414 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Bethel Junior Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bethel Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bethel Junior Academy a private school?
Yes, Bethel Junior Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bethel Junior Academy a religious school?
Bethel Junior Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 82
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Phone
- (561) 881-0130
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