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#586 of 1,462 private schools in FL

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Elfers Christian School

School

5630 OLYMPIA ST, New Port Richey, FL 34652

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

221

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

221

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#586 of 1,462

In New Port Richey

#4 of 6

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About Elfers Christian School

Elfers Christian School is a private school in New Port Richey, FL. Elfers Christian School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Elfers Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #586 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

Elfers 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.

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How Elfers Christian School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in New Port Richey, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.3:1

This School

15.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

221

This School

632

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 55.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 28.5% vs 0%

Black 4.1% vs 0%

Asian 1.4% vs 0%

Elfers Christian School New Port Richey Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Elfers Christian School (this school)	—	221	12.3:1	6.7
ANCLOTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.6 mi	559	16.9:1	3.4
JAMES M. MARLOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.8 mi	565	17.7:1	6.4
GULF HIGH SCHOOL	1.1 mi	1,532	18.2:1	4.9
GULF MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.9 mi	858	17.9:1	3.6
ATHENIAN ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE ARTS	1.9 mi	384	14.8:1	9.1
SEVEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	510	17:1	5.1
COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	559	14.3:1	4.8
RICHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	767	14.8:1	2.9
PLATO ACADEMY TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOL	3.2 mi	524	15.4:1	4.0
DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.2 mi	491	13.6:1	7.2
MARCHMAN TECHNICAL COLLEGE	4.1 mi	2	0.2:1	—
WENDELL KRINN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL	4.2 mi	711	19.8:1	6.6
CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.2 mi	443	15.8:1	3.8
PEPIN ACADEMIES OF PASCO COUNTY	4.2 mi	313	10.8:1	6.2
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS	4.4 mi	51	10.2:1	4.7
LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.6 mi	588	15.1:1	7.7
BAYCARE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH	4.8 mi	15	15:1	—
TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.3 mi	588	17.3:1	8.8
CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.7 mi	595	16.1:1	3.2
DAYSPRING ACADEMY	6.1 mi	943	15.7:1	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- 5.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.3:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,176.4

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 60%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 221

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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 55.2%

Hispanic 28.5%

Two or More 10.0%

Black 4.1%

Asian 1.4%

Pacific Islander 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5630 OLYMPIA ST, New Port Richey, FL 34652

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elfers Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DREAM ACADEMY SCHOOLS (rated 4.6/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New Port Richey, see our New Port Richey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MITTYE P. LOCKE EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY PREV PK-5 New Port Richey	0.4 mi	100	4.1
ANCLOTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	0.6 mi	559	3.4
JAMES M. MARLOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	0.8 mi	565	6.4
THE RAINBOW TREE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Port Richey	0.7 mi	84	6.8
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Port Richey	0.9 mi	23	—
GULF HIGH SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.1 mi	1,532	4.9
FIRST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Port Richey	1.3 mi	240	6.6
SUNRAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holiday	1.6 mi	431	3.4
GULF MIDDLE SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.9 mi	858	3.6
DREAM ACADEMY SCHOOLS New Port Richey	2.0 mi	229	4.6
ATHENIAN ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE ARTS New Port Richey	1.9 mi	384	9.1
RICHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.7 mi	767	2.9
COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.5 mi	559	4.8
FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST ACADEMY New Port Richey	2.8 mi	30	7.0
SEVEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.5 mi	510	5.1
GULF TRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holiday	2.6 mi	694	5.3
GENESIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Trinity	3.1 mi	38	6.6
DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	3.2 mi	491	7.2
PLATO ACADEMY TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOL New Port Richey	3.2 mi	524	4.0
TRINITY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trinity	3.4 mi	660	7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34652 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,396

Median Home Value

$198,400

Median Rent

$1,189/mo

Population

25,900

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

63.8%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

51.8

Similar Schools

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

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APOPKA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apopka, FL	248	6.7
CLEWISTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clewiston, FL	285	6.7
DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando, FL	222	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 Elfers Christian School

What grades does Elfers Christian School serve?

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

How many students attend Elfers Christian School?

Elfers Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Elfers Christian School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Elfers Christian School rank in FL?

Elfers Christian School ranks #586 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Elfers Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elfers 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 Elfers Christian School a private school?

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

Elfers Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 71 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 57 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 221
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 18
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 173 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Pasco County
Phone: (727) 845-0235

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