Very Good
#91 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 6% of private schools
Cornerstone Academy
School
1520 NW 34TH ST, Gainesville, FL 32605
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#91 of 1,462
In Gainesville
#2 of 11
public schools
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About Cornerstone Academy
Cornerstone Academy is a private school in Gainesville, FL. Cornerstone Academy serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cornerstone Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, Cornerstone 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 9.2:1 students to teachers, Cornerstone Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cornerstone 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 Cornerstone Academy compares to 43 public schools serving similar grades in Gainesville, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cornerstone Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| WESTWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| LITTLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| GLEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| CAROLYN BEATRICE PARKER ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| F. W. BUCHHOLZ HIGH SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| A.QUINN JONES CENTER | 5.0 |
| C. W. NORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| SIATECH MYCROSCHOOL INC. | 4.4 |
| SIDNEY LANIER CENTER | 3.9 |
| P.K. YONGE DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| STEPHEN FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| RESILIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL INC | 5.0 |
| HOWARD W. BISHOP MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| PACE | 4.9 |
| BOULWARE SPRINGS CHARTER | 9.7 |
| W. A. METCALFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| HIDDEN OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
Showing 20 of 43 schools. View all schools in Gainesville
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
1520 NW 34TH ST, Gainesville, FL 32605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cornerstone Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. P.K. YONGE DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is NEWBERRY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, SIDNEY LANIER CENTER (rated 3.9/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,114
Median Home Value
$264,700
Median Rent
$1,505/mo
Population
25,698
College Educated
61.5%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.5
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| ACE ACADEMY SOUTH Florida City, FL | 7.9 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY, INC Port St. Lucie, FL | 7.9 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT HOLLYWOOD BEACH Hollywood, FL | 7.9 |
| HOBE SOUND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hobe Sound, FL | 7.9 |
| MORNING STAR SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cornerstone Academy
What grades does Cornerstone Academy serve?
Cornerstone Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Cornerstone Academy?
Cornerstone Academy has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cornerstone Academy rank in FL?
Cornerstone Academy ranks #91 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Cornerstone Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cornerstone Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cornerstone Academy a private school?
Yes, Cornerstone 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 Cornerstone Academy a religious school?
Cornerstone Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alachua County
- Phone
- (352) 378-9337
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