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#1192 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Bradenton Christian School

School

3304 43RD ST W, Bradenton, FL 34209

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

870

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Bradenton

#15 of 18

public schools

Florida schools

#576 of 694

About Bradenton Christian School

Bradenton Christian School serves 870 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade in Bradenton, Florida. With 64 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a manageable 13.7-to-1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school receives a 7.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #1116 out of 1462 schools statewide, placing it in the 24th percentile among Florida schools.

While this indicates room for academic growth, the school continues to focus on student development across all grade levels from early childhood through high school graduation. Bradenton Christian School is situated in the 34209 zip code area, where the median household income reaches $75,739 and the median home value is $323,300. The surrounding community shows strong educational values, with 36% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 7.8% among the area's 34,089 residents.

The school operates in Bradenton's small city environment in Manatee County, providing students with both the advantages of a close-knit community setting and access to the broader educational and cultural opportunities available in this growing Florida region.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Bradenton Christian School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$14,007
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$14,668
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.05x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
89%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$34.4M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 870 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bradenton Christian School compares to 50 public schools serving similar grades in Bradenton, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
This School
vs
16.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
870
This School
vs
645
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.7% vs 0%
Black 4.4% vs 0%
Asian 1.3% vs 0%
Bradenton Christian School Bradenton Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Bradenton Christian School (this school) 5.2
ROBERT H. PRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
MANATEE SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES 5.9
W. D. SUGG MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.4
H. S. MOODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.1
MANATEE HIGH SCHOOL 3.8
JESSIE P. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.5
SEA BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.7
ELECTA LEE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.8
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS 5.5
BAYSHORE HIGH SCHOOL 2.8
BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.5
OASIS MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.0
STATE COLLEGE OF FLORIDA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL 6.7
ROWLETT MIDDLE ACADEMY 7.8
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER 5.0
G D ROGERS GARDEN- BULLOCK ELEMENTARY 5.1
PALMA SOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.1
BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.3
TEAM SUCCESS A SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE 6.0
WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION 7.5

Showing 20 of 50 schools. View all schools in Bradenton

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,232
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 36%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Enrollment 870
View data sources

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)

White 79.1%
Hispanic 8.7%
Two or More 6.6%
Black 4.4%
Asian 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3304 43RD ST W, Bradenton, FL 34209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bradenton Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEXT GENERATION ACADEMICS INC (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
DBA-SUNSHINE ACADEMY Bradenton 0.5 mi 7.3
ROBERT H. PRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton 0.5 mi 7.8
MANATEE SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES Bradenton 0.7 mi 5.9
W. D. SUGG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton 0.8 mi 4.4
H. S. MOODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton 0.8 mi 7.1
POTTER'S WHEEL ACADEMY Bradenton 1.1 mi
MANATEE HIGH SCHOOL Bradenton 1.5 mi 3.8
NEXT GENERATION ACADEMICS INC Bradenton 1.4 mi 5.4
NEXT GENERATION ACADEMICS INC Bradenton 1.4 mi 7.3
JESSIE P. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton 1.6 mi 7.5
ELECTA LEE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton 1.7 mi 4.8
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Bradenton 1.8 mi 5.5
SPARK ALC Bradenton 1.6 mi 5.2
SPARK ALC Bradenton 1.6 mi 5.2
ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Bradenton 1.8 mi 7.3
SEA BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton 1.6 mi 7.7
IMG ACADEMY Bradenton 2.1 mi 5.0
BAYSHORE HIGH SCHOOL Bradenton 2.0 mi 2.8
BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton 2.0 mi 7.5
AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC Bradenton 2.0 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,829

Median Home Value

$357,300

Median Rent

$1,847/mo

Population

33,586

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

58.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bradenton Christian School has a median household income of $80,829. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $357,300, with a median rent of $1,847/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ARCHDIOCESE OF MIAMI VIRTUAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Miami Shores, FL 5.2
CROSSROAD ACADEMY Quincy, FL 5.3
RENAISSANCE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Kissimmee, FL 5.3
SYNERGY SCHOOL OF TOMORROW INC Fort Pierce, FL 5.3
PEPIN ACADEMIES Tampa, FL 5.1
AMERICAN YOUTH ACADEMY Tampa, FL 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bradenton Christian School

What grades does Bradenton Christian School serve?

Bradenton Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Bradenton Christian School?

Bradenton Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 870 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bradenton Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bradenton Christian School 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 Bradenton Christian School rank in FL?

Bradenton Christian School is ranked #1192 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Bradenton Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bradenton Christian School has a composite rating of 5.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bradenton Christian School a private school?

Yes, Bradenton 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 Bradenton Christian School a religious school?

Bradenton Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,318/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bradenton). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
870
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Small City
County
MANATEE
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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