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#564 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 39% of private schools
Family Life Academy
School
17259 SW ARCHER RD, Archer, FL 32618
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#564 of 1,462
In Archer
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Family Life Academy
Family Life Academy is a private school in Archer, FL. Family Life Academy serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Family Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #564 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Family Life 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Family Life Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Family Life 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 Family Life Academy compares to the 1 public school in Archer, FL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Archer
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Family Life Academy (this school) | 6.7 |
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY | 5.7 |
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
17259 SW ARCHER RD, Archer, FL 32618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Family Life Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. OAK HALL SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Gainesville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is VISION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Williston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE ROCK SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Gainesville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Archer, see our Archer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY Archer | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| JORDAN GLEN SCHOOL Archer | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| MYRA TERWILLIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 6.7 mi | 4.0 |
| VISION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Williston | 7.4 mi | 7.1 |
| THE ACADEMY AT THE FAMILY CHURCH Gainesville | 7.7 mi | — |
| BRONSON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Bronson | 7.8 mi | 7.4 |
| BRONSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronson | 7.8 mi | 6.9 |
| LAWTON M. CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 8.3 mi | 7.7 |
| THE ROCK SCHOOL Gainesville | 8.3 mi | 7.1 |
| HEALTHY LEARNING ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Newberry | 8.8 mi | 7.8 |
| KANAPAHA MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 8.2 mi | 5.6 |
| AMIKIDS Gainesville | 8.2 mi | — |
| KIMBALL WILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 8.4 mi | 6.8 |
| LEVY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Bronson | 8.4 mi | — |
| OAK VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Newberry | 8.9 mi | 6.8 |
| NEWBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newberry | 9.0 mi | 5.1 |
| THE EINSTEIN SCHOOL INC. Gainesville | 8.9 mi | 5.4 |
| NEWBERRY HIGH SCHOOL Newberry | 9.3 mi | 5.6 |
| OAK HALL SCHOOL Gainesville | 9.4 mi | 7.5 |
| GAINESVILLE COUNTY DAY SCHOOL Gainesville | 9.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,176
Median Home Value
$195,000
Median Rent
$1,064/mo
Population
7,340
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN VICTORY ACADEMY OF CENTRAL FL Orlando, FL | 6.7 |
| JACKSONVILLE SCHOOL FOR AUTISM Jacksonville, FL | 6.7 |
| M.O.T. ACADEMY Miami, FL | 6.7 |
| MAINSPRING ACADEMY INC Jacksonville, FL | 6.7 |
| MOT ACADEMY Miami, FL | 6.7 |
| ROSE ACADEMY LLC Tallahassee, FL | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Family Life Academy
What grades does Family Life Academy serve?
Family Life Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Family Life Academy?
Family Life Academy has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Family Life Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Family Life Academy is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Family Life Academy rank in FL?
Family Life Academy ranks #564 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Family Life Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Family Life Academy 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 Family Life Academy a private school?
Yes, Family Life Academy is a private coeducational school with a Church of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Family Life Academy a religious school?
Family Life Academy has a Church of God religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Church of God
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Alachua County
- Phone
- (352) 495-3409
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