Below Average

#1394 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Cheerful Heart Academy

School

581 18TH ST SE, Naples, FL 34117

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

28.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

28.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,394 of 1,462

In Naples

#14 of 14

public schools

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About Cheerful Heart Academy

Cheerful Heart Academy is a private school in Naples, FL. Cheerful Heart Academy serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 28.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cheerful Heart Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,394 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares2.1 pts below FL schools

4.2

This school 4.2 · Below Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Cheerful Heart Academy runs 28.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Cheerful Heart 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

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How Cheerful Heart Academy compares to 53 public schools serving similar grades in Naples, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

28.3:1

This School

18.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

356

This School

732

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.2

This School

7.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 13.5% vs 0%

Black 9% vs 0%

Asian 3.7% vs 0%

Cheerful Heart Academy Naples Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Cheerful Heart Academy (this school)	—	356	28.3:1	4.2
PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	636	13.5:1	7.3
SABAL PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.2 mi	738	15.7:1	8.7
CYPRESS PALM MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.3 mi	828	25.1:1	6.5
COLLIER CHARTER ACADEMY	5.1 mi	580	18.7:1	7.2
CORKSCREW MIDDLE SCHOOL	5.2 mi	990	23.6:1	6.6
PALMETTO RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL	5.3 mi	2,035	25.1:1	6.1
CORKSCREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.3 mi	900	18:1	8.8
BIG CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.3 mi	765	15:1	8.8
NAPLES CLASSICAL ACADEMY	6.7 mi	929	15.5:1	7.3
OPTIMA CLASSICAL ACADEMY	6.7 mi	87	5.4:1	—
OAKRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL	8.1 mi	1,219	20.3:1	8.7
LAVERN GAYNOR ELEMENTARY	8.4 mi	332	12.3:1	8.1
GOLDEN TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	8.4 mi	480	15:1	8.3
MIKE DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	8.4 mi	583	12.1:1	8.7
ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	8.5 mi	915	16.6:1	8.8
GOLDEN GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	8.6 mi	523	17.4:1	8.8
HERBERT CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	8.8 mi	288	11.1:1	9.1
GOLDEN GATE HIGH SCHOOL	8.8 mi	1,886	22.5:1	6.1
NAPLES AREA TEENAGE PARENTING	8.8 mi	28	28:1	—
GOLDEN GATE MIDDLE SCHOOL	8.8 mi	999	20:1	7.3

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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- 1.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 28.3:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.5 / 10

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School Day Length 5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 900

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 45%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 356

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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 70.5%

Hispanic 13.5%

Black 9.0%

Asian 3.7%

Native American 2.5%

Pacific Islander 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

581 18TH ST SE, Naples, FL 34117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cheerful Heart Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NAPLES CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 6.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NICAEA ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 7.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Naples, see our Naples schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples	1.6 mi	636	7.3
SABAL PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples	4.2 mi	738	8.7
CYPRESS PALM MIDDLE SCHOOL Naples	4.3 mi	828	6.5
CORKSCREW MIDDLE SCHOOL Naples	5.2 mi	990	6.6
PALMETTO RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Naples	5.3 mi	2,035	6.1
CORKSCREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples	5.3 mi	900	8.8
COLLIER CHARTER ACADEMY Naples	5.1 mi	580	7.2
BIG CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples	6.3 mi	765	8.8
NAPLES CLASSICAL ACADEMY Naples	6.7 mi	929	7.3
OPTIMA CLASSICAL ACADEMY Naples	6.7 mi	87	—
ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples	8.5 mi	915	8.8
NICAEA ACADEMY Naples	7.8 mi	98	6.5
OAKRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Naples	8.1 mi	1,219	8.7
MIKE DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples	8.4 mi	583	8.7
LAVERN GAYNOR ELEMENTARY Naples	8.4 mi	332	8.1
GOLDEN TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples	8.4 mi	480	8.3
GOLDEN GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples	8.6 mi	523	8.8
NAPLES AREA TEENAGE PARENTING Naples	8.8 mi	28	—
GOLDEN GATE HIGH SCHOOL Naples	8.8 mi	1,886	6.1
HERBERT CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples	8.8 mi	288	9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,155

Median Home Value

$416,300

Median Rent

$1,771/mo

Population

19,680

College Educated

20.3%

Homeownership

87.9%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

40.1

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LIGHTHOUSE PRIVATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY PREP Gulf Breeze, FL	254	4.3
LIGHTHOUSE PRIVATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY PREP Gulf Breeze, FL	254	4.3
YOUNG KIDS IN MOTION ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL	357	4.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cheerful Heart Academy

What grades does Cheerful Heart Academy serve?

Cheerful Heart Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Cheerful Heart Academy?

Cheerful Heart Academy has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cheerful Heart Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Cheerful Heart Academy is 28.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cheerful Heart Academy rank in FL?

Cheerful Heart Academy ranks #1,394 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Cheerful Heart Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Cheerful Heart Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cheerful Heart Academy a private school?

Yes, Cheerful Heart Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Cheerful Heart Academy a religious school?

No, Cheerful Heart Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 25 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 356
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 28.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Fringe Town
County: Collier County
Phone: (239) 300-6167

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