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#555 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 38% of private schools

Downey Christian School

School

10201 E COLONIAL DR, Orlando, FL 32817

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

222

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

222

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#555 of 1,462

In Orlando

#32 of 82

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About Downey Christian School

Downey Christian School is a private school in Orlando, FL. Downey Christian School serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Downey Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #555 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.4 pts above FL schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Downey Christian School 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 Downey Christian School compares to 197 public schools serving similar grades in Orlando, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.7:1

This School

17:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

222

This School

783

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 68% vs 0%

White 8.6% vs 0%

Black 4.5% vs 0%

Downey Christian School Orlando Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Downey Christian School (this school)	—	222	11.7:1	6.7
UNION PARK ELEMENTARY	0.5 mi	464	15:1	5.8
UNION PARK MIDDLE	0.5 mi	667	18.5:1	3.5
ARBOR RIDGE K-8	1.3 mi	773	14.1:1	7.0
LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY	1.4 mi	526	15.5:1	6.9
UNIVERSITY HIGH	1.6 mi	2,561	23.7:1	5.2
ORANGE COUNTY PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER	1.6 mi	305	16.9:1	4.3
RIVERDALE ELEMENTARY	1.6 mi	577	14.8:1	6.4
LEGACY MIDDLE	2.3 mi	697	17.9:1	4.5
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CHICKASAW TRAIL	2.4 mi	941	17.1:1	5.0
LITTLE RIVER ELEMENTARY	2.5 mi	399	13.8:1	5.4
UCP BAILES COMMUNITY ACADEMY	3.0 mi	506	11.5:1	6.2
CHENEY ELEMENTARY	3.3 mi	402	14.4:1	7.6
DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY	3.3 mi	490	14.4:1	8.2
WATERFORD ELEMENTARY	3.4 mi	538	16.8:1	7.3
FORSYTH WOODS ELEMENTARY	3.5 mi	501	14.3:1	6.8
DISCOVERY MIDDLE	3.6 mi	787	17.5:1	5.6
BONNEVILLE ELEMENTARY	3.6 mi	449	13.2:1	5.2
CYPRESS SPRINGS ELEMENTARY	3.8 mi	712	14.5:1	8.2
COLONIAL HIGH	3.9 mi	3,389	22.6:1	4.8
ECON RIVER HIGH CHARTER	4.0 mi	290	41.4:1	3.9

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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 5.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 49%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 222

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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)

Hispanic 68.0%

Two or More 18.9%

White 8.6%

Black 4.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10201 E COLONIAL DR, Orlando, FL 32817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Downey Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. LEADERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EASTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BRUSH ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
UNION PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando	0.5 mi	464	5.8
UNION PARK MIDDLE Orlando	0.5 mi	667	3.5
ARBOR RIDGE K-8 Orlando	1.3 mi	773	7.0
LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.4 mi	526	6.9
ORANGE COUNTY PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando	1.6 mi	305	4.3
RIVERDALE ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.6 mi	577	6.4
UNIVERSITY HIGH Orlando	1.6 mi	2,561	5.2
LEGACY MIDDLE Orlando	2.3 mi	697	4.5
LITTLE LORDS AND LADIES CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Orlando	2.3 mi	13	—
EASTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando	2.6 mi	257	7.3
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CHICKASAW TRAIL Orlando	2.4 mi	941	5.0
LITTLE RIVER ELEMENTARY Orlando	2.5 mi	399	5.4
UCP EAST CHARTER Orlando	2.5 mi	116	7.0
LEADERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orlando	2.7 mi	192	8.2
UCP BAILES COMMUNITY ACADEMY Orlando	3.0 mi	506	6.2
GENERATION OF HOPE ACADEMY INC 2 Orlando	2.8 mi	85	4.8
FAITH GENERATION ACADEMY Orlando	2.8 mi	75	5.4
BRUSH ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando	2.9 mi	161	6.8
THE CONRAD ACADEMY Orlando	2.9 mi	155	6.3
DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando	3.3 mi	490	8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,546

Median Home Value

$327,800

Median Rent

$1,741/mo

Population

37,894

College Educated

35.6%

Homeownership

56.4%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

30.1

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
APOPKA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apopka, FL	248	6.7
CLEWISTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clewiston, FL	285	6.7
ELFERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Port Richey, FL	221	6.7
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS OF PASCO Hudson, FL	180	6.7
MARGARET K. LEWIS IN MILLVILLE Panama City, FL	169	6.7
PASCO VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) Land O'Lakes, FL	141	6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Downey Christian School

What grades does Downey Christian School serve?

Downey Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Downey Christian School?

Downey Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Downey Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Downey Christian School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Downey Christian School rank in FL?

Downey Christian School ranks #555 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Downey Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Downey Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Downey Christian School a private school?

Yes, Downey Christian School 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 Downey Christian School a religious school?

Downey Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 53 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 222
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 19
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Orange County
Phone: (407) 275-0340

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