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#643 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 44% of private schools

First Christian Academy

Elementary School

6800 TROUBLE CREEK RD, New Port Richey, FL 34653

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#643 of 1,462

In New Port Richey

#5 of 6

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About First Christian Academy

First Christian Academy is a private elementary school in New Port Richey, FL. First Christian Academy serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. First Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #643 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

First 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 First Christian Academy compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in New Port Richey, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.3:1

This School

15.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

240

This School

546

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 18.3% vs 0%

Black 3.8% vs 0%

Asian 0.8% vs 0%

First Christian Academy New Port Richey Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
First Christian Academy (this school)	—	240	10.3:1	6.6
ANCLOTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	559	16.9:1	3.4
JAMES M. MARLOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	565	17.7:1	6.4
ATHENIAN ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE ARTS	1.3 mi	384	14.8:1	9.1
GULF MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.5 mi	858	17.9:1	3.6
COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	559	14.3:1	4.8
MITTYE P. LOCKE EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY PREV PK-5	1.6 mi	100	14.3:1	4.1
SEVEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	510	17:1	5.1
DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.0 mi	491	13.6:1	7.2
PLATO ACADEMY TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOL	2.0 mi	524	15.4:1	4.0
RICHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	767	14.8:1	2.9
PEPIN ACADEMIES OF PASCO COUNTY	3.4 mi	313	10.8:1	6.2
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS	3.5 mi	51	10.2:1	4.7
LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	588	15.1:1	7.7
CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	443	15.8:1	3.8
BAYCARE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH	3.9 mi	15	15:1	—
TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.4 mi	588	17.3:1	8.8
CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.6 mi	595	16.1:1	3.2
DAYSPRING ACADEMY	5.4 mi	943	15.7:1	8.4
RIVER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL	5.7 mi	1,066	18.7:1	5.8
LEARNING LODGE ACADEMY	6.5 mi	271	13.6:1	6.5

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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+ 6.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.3:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,118

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 45%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 240

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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 71.7%

Hispanic 18.3%

Two or More 5.4%

Black 3.8%

Asian 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6800 TROUBLE CREEK RD, New Port Richey, FL 34653

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering First Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ATHENIAN ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE ARTS (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Trinity), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Port Richey, see our New Port Richey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Port Richey	0.4 mi	23	—
ANCLOTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.1 mi	559	3.4
ATHENIAN ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE ARTS New Port Richey	1.3 mi	384	9.1
GULF HIGH SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.3 mi	1,532	4.9
ELFERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.3 mi	221	6.7
JAMES M. MARLOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.3 mi	565	6.4
GULF MIDDLE SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.5 mi	858	3.6
COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.5 mi	559	4.8
SEVEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.6 mi	510	5.1
MITTYE P. LOCKE EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY PREV PK-5 New Port Richey	1.6 mi	100	4.1
DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.0 mi	491	7.2
THE RAINBOW TREE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.0 mi	84	6.8
PLATO ACADEMY TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.0 mi	524	4.0
DREAM ACADEMY SCHOOLS New Port Richey	2.3 mi	229	4.6
GENESIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Trinity	2.4 mi	38	6.6
RICHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.6 mi	767	2.9
FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST ACADEMY New Port Richey	2.6 mi	30	7.0
SEVEN SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Trinity	2.6 mi	1,517	7.5
SUNRAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holiday	2.7 mi	431	3.4
TRINITY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trinity	2.9 mi	660	7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,660

Median Home Value

$180,900

Median Rent

$1,222/mo

Population

36,086

College Educated

17.7%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

49.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about First Christian Academy

What grades does First Christian Academy serve?

First Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend First Christian Academy?

First Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at First Christian Academy is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does First Christian Academy rank in FL?

First Christian Academy ranks #643 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is First Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

First Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is First Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, First 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 First Christian Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 36 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 240
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 23
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 172 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Pasco County
Phone: (727) 943-7411

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