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#794 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Calvary Christian Academy

Elementary School

5545 NW SAINT JAMES DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#794 of 1,462

In Port St. Lucie

#9 of 12

public schools

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About Calvary Christian Academy

Calvary Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Port St. Lucie, FL. Calvary Christian Academy serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Calvary Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #794 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.3 pts below FL schools

6.3

This school 6.3 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Calvary Christian 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.

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How Calvary Christian Academy compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Port St. Lucie, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.5:1

This School

20.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

229

This School

911

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.3

This School

6.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 43.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 35.8% vs 0%

Black 14.8% vs 0%

Calvary Christian Academy Port St. Lucie Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Calvary Christian Academy (this school)	—	229	18.5:1	6.3
SOUTHERN OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.2 mi	907	22.7:1	3.6
RIVERS EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.5 mi	747	17.4:1	6.8
PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	545	19.5:1	4.4
WEST GATE K-8 SCHOOL	2.0 mi	1,582	18.2:1	7.0
NORTHPORT K-8 SCHOOL	2.5 mi	1,265	17.3:1	6.7
SAVANNA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	471	14.7:1	6.4
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL OF ST. LUCIE	2.9 mi	1,415	17.9:1	6.2
SOMERSET ACADEMY BETHANY	3.8 mi	482	21:1	8.5
ST. LUCIE WEST K-8 SCHOOL	4.6 mi	1,663	18.3:1	6.0
BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.8 mi	871	17.4:1	7.5
MANATEE ACADEMY K-8	4.8 mi	1,723	19.8:1	7.1
FLORESTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.0 mi	651	16.7:1	6.1
OAK HAMMOCK K-8 SCHOOL	5.9 mi	1,704	19.8:1	5.4
ALLAPATTAH FLATS K-8	5.9 mi	1,312	20.2:1	7.3
ST. LUCIE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM	5.9 mi	13	—:1	—
ACCELERATION ACADEMY	6.1 mi	364	72.8:1	3.2
VILLAGE GREEN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES SCHOOL	6.6 mi	597	19.9:1	4.7
MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	7.1 mi	667	15.5:1	8.5
ST LUCIE COUNTY JAIL - ROCK ROAD ACADEMY	7.2 mi	24	8:1	—
SOUTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL	7.3 mi	866	18.8:1	6.4

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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

C- 2.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,267

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 66%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 229

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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)

White 43.2%

Hispanic 35.8%

Black 14.8%

Two or More 6.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5545 NW SAINT JAMES DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvary Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Pierce), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WEST GATE K-8 SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RIVERS EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Port St. Lucie, see our Port St. Lucie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SOUTHERN OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Port St. Lucie	0.2 mi	907	3.6
RIVERS EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie	0.5 mi	747	6.8
LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Fort Pierce	1.0 mi	340	6.3
PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie	1.1 mi	545	4.4
WOODLANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTH Port St. Lucie	1.3 mi	66	5.5
DATA HOUSE Fort Pierce	1.7 mi	14	—
SUN GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Pierce	1.6 mi	124	7.1
WHITE CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce	1.6 mi	504	4.7
WEST GATE K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie	2.0 mi	1,582	7.0
FORT PIERCE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Fort Pierce	2.2 mi	3,187	4.6
NORTHPORT K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie	2.5 mi	1,265	6.7
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Port St. Lucie	2.4 mi	38	7.0
ST. LUCIE DETENTION CENTER Fort Pierce	2.7 mi	65	5.4
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL OF ST. LUCIE Port St. Lucie	2.9 mi	1,415	6.2
SAVANNA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie	2.7 mi	471	6.4
SOMERSET COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Port Saint Lucie	2.9 mi	1,387	7.7
FOREST GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce	3.2 mi	853	4.2
WEATHERBEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce	3.0 mi	728	4.1
JES MEMORIAL SDA SCHOOL Fort Pierce	3.3 mi	55	5.2
SUNLIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Port St. Lucie	3.7 mi	230	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,787

Median Home Value

$293,500

Median Rent

$1,739/mo

Population

47,983

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

83.8%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvary Christian Academy

What grades does Calvary Christian Academy serve?

Calvary Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Calvary Christian Academy?

Calvary Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian Academy is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calvary Christian Academy rank in FL?

Calvary Christian Academy ranks #794 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Calvary Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvary Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Calvary Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Calvary Christian Academy 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 Calvary Christian Academy a religious school?

Calvary Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 38 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 229
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 181 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: St. Lucie County
Phone: (772) 252-5239

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