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#913 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Canaan Academy
Elementary School
337 W CENTRAL AVE, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#913 of 1,462
In Lake Wales
#3 of 4
public schools
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Canaan Academy
Elementary School in Lake Wales · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Canaan Academy
Canaan Academy is a private elementary school in Lake Wales, FL. Canaan Academy serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Canaan Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #913 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Canaan 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, Canaan Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Canaan 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 Canaan Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Lake Wales, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Canaan Academy (this school) | 6.0 |
| POLK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| ROOSEVELT ACADEMY | 6.5 |
| EDWARD W BOK ACADEMY NORTH | 4.0 |
| SPOOK HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| MCLAUGHLIN ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE | 4.2 |
| JANIE HOWARD WILSON SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| VICTORY RIDGE ACADEMY | 4.8 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.6 |
| BOK ACADEMY | 5.1 |
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
337 W CENTRAL AVE, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canaan Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALTURAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Alturas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHAIN OF LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Winter Haven), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Wales, see our Lake Wales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33853 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,938
Median Home Value
$198,100
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
12,385
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
55.8%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
37.3
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|---|---|
| BIG STAR PRIVATE SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 6.0 |
| FUTURE LEADERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 6.0 |
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI MULTICULTURAL SCHOOL Hollywood, FL | 6.0 |
| SHANTI KIDS SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 6.0 |
| SUNFLOWER PRIVATE SCHOOL Gulfport, FL | 6.0 |
| BRIGHTON ACADEMY I Cape Coral, FL | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canaan Academy
What grades does Canaan Academy serve?
Canaan Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Canaan Academy?
Canaan Academy has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canaan Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Canaan Academy is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Canaan Academy rank in FL?
Canaan Academy ranks #913 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Canaan Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Canaan Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Canaan Academy a private school?
Yes, Canaan Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Canaan Academy a religious school?
Canaan Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 676-5356
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