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#1265 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Ephesus Adventist Academy

School

4011 N SHORE DR, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

61

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 11th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In West Palm Beach

#19 of 20

public schools

Florida schools

#607 of 694

About Ephesus Adventist Academy

Ephesus Adventist Academy serves 61 students from prekindergarten through 11th grade in West Palm Beach, offering an intimate educational environment with a student-teacher ratio of 12.2 to 1 and just 5 full-time equivalent teachers. This small school setting allows for personalized attention and close student-teacher relationships that can benefit learning and development. The school holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10, while ranking 937th among Florida's 1,462 schools, placing it in the 36th percentile statewide.

As a regular public school, Ephesus Adventist Academy provides educational opportunities for families seeking a smaller school community within the public system. The school draws from a diverse neighborhood where the median household income is $52,160 and median home values reach $253,800. About a quarter of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the community faces some economic challenges with a 26.5% poverty rate among the ZIP code's 32,904 residents.

Ephesus Adventist Academy is situated in West Palm Beach, a mid-size city that offers families access to urban amenities while maintaining a more manageable community feel than larger metropolitan areas.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 61 students, Ephesus Adventist Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Ephesus Adventist Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Ephesus Adventist Academy compares to 52 public schools serving similar grades in West Palm Beach, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
This School
vs
16.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
61
This School
vs
663
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.0
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 98.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.6% vs 0%
Ephesus Adventist Academy West Palm Beach Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Ephesus Adventist Academy (this school) 5.0
BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 8.7
HIGHRIDGE FAMILY CENTER
PALM BEACH REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER 6.7
ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM CENTRAL
NORTHMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.4
BELIEVERS ACADEMY 7.4
UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY PALM BEACH 5.0
NORTHBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.2
ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.6
PALM BEACH LAKES HIGH SCHOOL 3.3
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.3
WESTWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.4
PLEASANT CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.4
BEAR LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.5
U. B. KINSEY/PALMVIEW ELEMENTARY 6.8
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WEST PALM BEACH 9.1
SEMINOLE TRAILS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
EGRET LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.5
ALEXANDER W DREYFOOS JUNIOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 7.2
FLORIDA FUTURES ACADEMY 4.1

Showing 20 of 52 schools. View all schools in West Palm Beach

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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)
B 5.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 3%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Enrollment 61
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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)

Black 98.4%
Hispanic 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4011 N SHORE DR, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ephesus Adventist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CAREER ACADEMY OF THE PALM BEACHES Boynton Beach 0.3 mi 5.6
BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS West Palm Beach 0.3 mi 8.7
HIGHRIDGE FAMILY CENTER West Palm Beach 0.6 mi
PALM BEACH REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER West Palm Beach 0.7 mi 6.7
ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM CENTRAL West Palm Beach 0.8 mi
THE FOUNDATIONS SCHOOL AT CENTER FOR CREATIVE EDUC West Palm Beach 0.9 mi 7.4
NORTHMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.0 mi 5.4
BELIEVERS ACADEMY West Palm Beach 1.2 mi 7.4
OUR SACRED ACADEMY INC. West Palm Beach 1.2 mi
WEST RIVIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.3 mi 3.0
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.5 mi 4.8
TEEN PARENT PROGRAM - PK Riviera Beach 1.5 mi
UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY PALM BEACH West Palm Beach 1.6 mi 5.0
POTENTIALS CHARTER SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.6 mi
SEAGULL ACADEMY Riviera Beach 1.6 mi
THE REPAIR SHOP West Palm Beach 1.5 mi 5.3
ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.7 mi 7.6
DR. MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE ELEMENTARY Riviera Beach 1.8 mi 4.8
NORTHBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.7 mi 8.2
PALM BEACH LAKES HIGH SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.7 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,606

Median Home Value

$290,500

Median Rent

$1,551/mo

Population

34,728

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

47.6%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

37.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Ephesus Adventist Academy has a median household income of $56,606. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $290,500, with a median rent of $1,551/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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EDUCATIONAL HARBOR Palmetto, FL 5.0
EL BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando, FL 5.0
ELITE ACADEMY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Oakland Park, FL 5.0
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Bradenton, FL 5.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ephesus Adventist Academy

What grades does Ephesus Adventist Academy serve?

Ephesus Adventist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 11th.

How many students attend Ephesus Adventist Academy?

Ephesus Adventist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ephesus Adventist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ephesus Adventist Academy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ephesus Adventist Academy rank in FL?

Ephesus Adventist Academy is ranked #1265 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Ephesus Adventist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Ephesus Adventist Academy has a composite rating of 5.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ephesus Adventist Academy a private school?

Yes, Ephesus Adventist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ephesus Adventist Academy a religious school?

Ephesus Adventist Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,726/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (West Palm Beach). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Enrollment
61
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
PALM BEACH
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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