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Countryside Christian Academy

Elementary School

1850 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, Clearwater, FL 33759

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

180

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

180

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#664 of 1,462

In Clearwater

#12 of 18

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About Countryside Christian Academy

Countryside Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Clearwater, FL. Countryside Christian Academy serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Countryside Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #664 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 180 students, Countryside 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.

Countryside 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 Countryside Christian Academy compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Clearwater, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.4:1

This School

13.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

180

This School

419

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 64.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 14.4% vs 0%

Asian 5% vs 0%

Black 3.3% vs 0%

Countryside Christian Academy Clearwater Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Countryside Christian Academy (this school)	—	180	12.4:1	6.5
PAUL B. STEPHENS ESE CENTER	0.3 mi	148	5.7:1	5.7
MCMULLEN-BOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.6 mi	440	12.6:1	5.9
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	629	13.1:1	7.0
LEILA DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	655	14.6:1	7.8
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND	2.3 mi	66	—:1	4.8
PINELLAS TELESCHOOL	2.3 mi	98	24.5:1	3.0
PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER	2.7 mi	624	13:1	6.9
ATHENIAN ACADEMY	2.9 mi	418	12.3:1	4.6
CHI CHI RODRIQUEZ ACADEMY	3.1 mi	76	15.2:1	5.1
SKYCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.4 mi	544	14.3:1	7.3
CLEARWATER FUNDAMENTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.5 mi	755	20.4:1	9.0
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.5 mi	762	17.7:1	5.4
PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.8 mi	661	14.7:1	6.3
KINGS HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL	4.1 mi	277	10.7:1	9.6
SANDY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.3 mi	308	11:1	8.7
CALVIN A. HUNSINGER SCHOOL	4.4 mi	115	5.2:1	4.8
BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	484	14.7:1	8.2
PINELLAS HIGH INNOVATION	4.7 mi	172	7.8:1	4.5
HIGH POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.3 mi	580	13.5:1	8.7
BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.4 mi	453	11.9:1	8.4

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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

B- 5.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 54%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 180

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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 64.4%

Hispanic 14.4%

Two or More 12.8%

Asian 5.0%

Black 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1850 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, Clearwater, FL 33759

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Countryside Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAFETY HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Safety Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEILA DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAFETY HARBOR MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PAUL B. STEPHENS ESE CENTER Clearwater	0.3 mi	148	5.7
MCMULLEN-BOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	0.6 mi	440	5.9
THE DEPAUL SCHOOL FOR DYSLEXIA Clearwater	0.9 mi	87	7.1
SAFETY HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Safety Harbor	1.2 mi	635	9.1
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	1.4 mi	629	7.0
SAFETY HARBOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Safety Harbor	1.6 mi	977	4.3
NORTHBAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clearwater	2.0 mi	130	4.3
LEILA DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	2.1 mi	655	7.8
SAFETY HARBOR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Clearwater	2.2 mi	95	7.6
ESPIRITU SANTO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Safety Harbor	2.2 mi	351	7.6
COUNTRYSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater	2.5 mi	1,593	5.1
ENTERPRISE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater	2.4 mi	357	4.8
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND Clearwater	2.3 mi	66	4.8
PINELLAS TELESCHOOL Clearwater	2.3 mi	98	3.0
PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY Clearwater	2.3 mi	316	4.5
SKYCREST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clearwater	2.5 mi	512	5.0
PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER Clearwater	2.7 mi	624	6.9
CHI CHI RODRIQUEZ ACADEMY Clearwater	3.1 mi	76	5.1
GENESIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clearwater	2.8 mi	26	—
ATHENIAN ACADEMY Clearwater	2.9 mi	418	4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33759 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,804

Median Home Value

$295,000

Median Rent

$1,771/mo

Population

17,647

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

51.5%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

45.5

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GOOD SHEPHERD ACADEMY Deltona, FL	109	6.5
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SARASOTA ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Sarasota, FL	176	6.5
ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL CATHOLIC SCHOOL SYS San Antonio, FL	190	6.5
ST PAUL'S CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-RIVERSIDE Jacksonville, FL	149	6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Countryside Christian Academy

What grades does Countryside Christian Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Countryside Christian Academy?

Countryside Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Countryside Christian Academy is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Countryside Christian Academy rank in FL?

Countryside Christian Academy ranks #664 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Countryside Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Countryside Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Countryside Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Countryside 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 Countryside Christian Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 57 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 180
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 15
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Pinellas County
Phone: (727) 437-0090

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