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#824 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Calvary Baptist Church Academy
School
1945 N FLORIDA AVE, Lakeland, FL 33805
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#824 of 1,462
In Lakeland
#13 of 18
public schools
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About Calvary Baptist Church Academy
Calvary Baptist Church Academy is a private school in Lakeland, FL. Calvary Baptist Church Academy serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Baptist Church Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #824 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, Calvary Baptist Church 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, Calvary Baptist Church Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Calvary Baptist Church 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 Calvary Baptist Church Academy compares to 59 public schools serving similar grades in Lakeland, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Calvary Baptist Church Academy (this school) | 6.2 |
| ROCHELLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS | 8.0 |
| NORTH LAKELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF CHOICE | 4.0 |
| LINCOLN AVENUE ACADEMY | 8.0 |
| LAKELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL HOUSE | 8.1 |
| LAKELAND MONTESSORI MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL | 8.9 |
| LAWTON CHILES MIDDLE ACADEMY | 5.9 |
| POLK PRE-COLLEGIATE ACADEMY | 6.1 |
| MCKEEL ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY | 8.2 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS | 5.5 |
| ROSABELLE W. BLAKE ACADEMY | 4.8 |
| GRIFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| PHILIP O'BRIEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.5 |
| SLEEPY HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| KATHLEEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| POLK FULL TIME ESCHOOL | 6.6 |
| POLK VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM | — |
| LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| SLEEPY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY | 8.5 |
Showing 20 of 59 schools. View all schools in Lakeland
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
1945 N FLORIDA AVE, Lakeland, FL 33805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calvary Baptist Church Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMY PREP CENTER OF LAKELAND (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCKEEL ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,565
Median Home Value
$173,800
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
27,391
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
36.9
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| CAPE CORAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Coral, FL | 6.2 |
| COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INC. DBA MCDONALDS PLAYWORLD Miami, FL | 6.2 |
| CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ARLINGTON Jacksonville, FL | 6.2 |
| GOSPEL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bonita Springs, FL | 6.2 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mayo, FL | 6.2 |
| MAGNOLIA SCHOOL Orlando, FL | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calvary Baptist Church Academy
What grades does Calvary Baptist Church Academy serve?
Calvary Baptist Church Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Calvary Baptist Church Academy?
Calvary Baptist Church Academy has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Baptist Church Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Baptist Church Academy is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Calvary Baptist Church Academy rank in FL?
Calvary Baptist Church Academy ranks #824 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Calvary Baptist Church Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Calvary Baptist Church Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Calvary Baptist Church Academy a private school?
Yes, Calvary Baptist Church Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Calvary Baptist Church Academy a religious school?
Calvary Baptist Church Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Gender Split
- 37% M / 63% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 683-6781
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