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Very Good

#169 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 12% of private schools

Community Christian Academy

School

3800 17TH AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

Private

Enrollment

109

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#169 of 1,462

In St. Petersburg

#4 of 30

public schools

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Community Christian Academy

7.7/10

School in St. Petersburg · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Community Christian Academy

Community Christian Academy is a private school in St. Petersburg, FL. Community Christian Academy serves approximately 109 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

Community Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #169 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.4 pts above FL schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 109 students, Community Christian 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Community Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Community 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Community Christian Academy compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in St. Petersburg, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
109
This School
vs
562
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 16.5% vs 0%
Black 3.7% vs 0%
Asian 0.9% vs 0%
Community Christian Academy St. Petersburg Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Community Christian Academy (this school) 7.7
MOUNT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.2
ST. PETERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL 6.6
NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.5
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.7
FAIRMOUNT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.5
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
GIBBS HIGH SCHOOL 6.7
WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY 8.2
LEALMAN INNOVATION ACADEMY 6.5
BEAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.6
JOHN HOPKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.4
TYRONE MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.1
LEALMAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.9
THURGOOD MARSHALL FUNDAMENTAL 7.6
PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.5
MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.0
CAMPBELL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.4
JOHN M. SEXTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.2
ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL 7.3

Showing 20 of 44 schools. View all schools in St. Petersburg

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 109
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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 67.9%
Hispanic 16.5%
Two or More 11.0%
Black 3.7%
Asian 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3800 17TH AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Community Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MOUNT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 0.7 mi 7.2
NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.4 mi 6.5
ST. PETERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.3 mi 6.6
FAIRMOUNT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.6 mi 6.5
ELIM JUNIOR ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER St. Petersburg 1.6 mi 4.7
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.5 mi 6.7
GIBBS HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.9 mi 6.7
ST JUDE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.8 mi 6.8
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.8 mi 7.4
DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY St. Petersburg 2.0 mi 8.2
EXCELLERATED TEACHING ACADEMY St. Petersburg 2.1 mi
WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.0 mi 7.4
LEALMAN INNOVATION ACADEMY St. Petersburg 2.2 mi 6.5
DISSTON ACADEMY Gulfport 2.2 mi 6.6
ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.1 mi 5.5
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.2 mi 6.4
SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Petersburg 2.5 mi 4.5
DIVINE ACADEMY OF LEARNING St. Petersburg 2.5 mi
MT MORIAH CHRISTIAN FUNDAMENTAL ACADEMY St. Petersburg 2.5 mi 5.4
ST PETERSBURG CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.3 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,704

Median Home Value

$279,000

Median Rent

$1,387/mo

Population

31,835

College Educated

34.8%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
AMERICAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Davie, FL 7.7
BLUE JAY ACADEMY OF SOUTH DAYTONA Daytona Beach, FL 7.7
FAITH OUTREACH ACADEMY Tampa, FL 7.7
HOPE RANCH LEARNING ACADEMY Hudson, FL 7.7
HOSPITAL AND HOMEBOUND Jacksonville, FL 7.7
KESHER LD Miami, FL 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Community Christian Academy

What grades does Community Christian Academy serve?

Community Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Community Christian Academy?

Community Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Community Christian Academy is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Community Christian Academy rank in FL?

Community Christian Academy ranks #169 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Community Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Community Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Community Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Community Christian 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 Community Christian Academy a religious school?

Community Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
109
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large City
County
Pinellas County

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