Excellent
#39 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 3% of private schools
Bright Horizons Academy
Elementary School
550 E FLORIDA AVE, Melbourne, FL 32901
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#39 of 1,462
In Melbourne
#1 of 12
public schools
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Bright Horizons Academy
Elementary School in Melbourne · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bright Horizons Academy
Bright Horizons Academy is a private elementary school in Melbourne, FL. Bright Horizons Academy serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bright Horizons Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Bright Horizons 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.
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Bright Horizons Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bright Horizons 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 Bright Horizons Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Melbourne, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bright Horizons Academy (this school) | 8.3 |
| STONE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| UNIVERSITY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| WEST SHORE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| HARBOR CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| ROY ALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| EAU GALLIE HIGH SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| CROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| SABAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| LYNDON B. JOHNSON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| SOUTH AREA ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER | 4.1 |
| MELBOURNE CENTER FOR PERSONAL GROWTH | — |
| SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.1 |
| SUNTREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| QUEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
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
550 E FLORIDA AVE, Melbourne, FL 32901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bright Horizons Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PUZZLE BOX ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Palm Bay), with a comparable rating. Additionally, IMAGINE SCHOOLS AT WEST MELBOURNE (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby West Melbourne), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Melbourne, see our Melbourne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,646
Median Home Value
$244,500
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
28,565
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
42.3
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| CLEVER OAKS Plantation, FL | 8.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bright Horizons Academy
What grades does Bright Horizons Academy serve?
Bright Horizons Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Bright Horizons Academy?
Bright Horizons Academy has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bright Horizons Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bright Horizons Academy is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bright Horizons Academy rank in FL?
Bright Horizons Academy ranks #39 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Bright Horizons Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bright Horizons Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bright Horizons Academy a private school?
Yes, Bright Horizons Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bright Horizons Academy a religious school?
Bright Horizons Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Brevard County
- Phone
- (321) 312-1663
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