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#701 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 48% of private schools
First Coast Christian School
School
7587 BLANDING BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32244
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#701 of 1,462
In Jacksonville
#40 of 79
public schools
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First Coast Christian School
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About First Coast Christian School
First Coast Christian School is a private school in Jacksonville, FL. First Coast Christian School serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. First Coast Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #701 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
First Coast 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
BetaHow First Coast Christian School compares to 193 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Coast Christian School (this school) | 6.5 |
| SADIE T. TILLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| DUVAL ACADEMY | — |
| TIMUCUAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| KIPP IMPACT ACADEMY | 4.3 |
| WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| WESTSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| JACKSONVILLE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| OAK HILL ACADEMY | 9.5 |
| CHARGER ACADEMY | 4.5 |
| CEDAR HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| VENETIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| JOHN STOCKTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.1 |
| HIDDEN OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.4 |
| CHIMNEY LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| FRANK H. PETERSON ACADEMIES | 4.7 |
| GREGORY DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| SCHOOL OF SUCCESS ACADEMY-SOS | 4.8 |
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| DUVAL CHARTER SCHOOL AT WESTSIDE | 5.2 |
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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
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
7587 BLANDING BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32244
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Coast Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CLAY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (rated 8.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Orange Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE BROACH SCHOOL OF JACKSONVILLE ORANGE PARK (rated 6.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Orange Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ORANGE PARK (rated 5.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Orange Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,652
Median Home Value
$221,400
Median Rent
$1,366/mo
Population
63,352
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATLANTIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF THE PALM BEAC West Palm Beach, FL | 6.5 |
| INDEPENDENCE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Fort Pierce, FL | 6.5 |
| SEVEN RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lecanto, FL | 6.5 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Tampa, FL | 6.5 |
| BETHLEHEM HIGH SCHOOL Bonifay, FL | 6.6 |
| FIRST ACADEMY-LEESBURG Leesburg, FL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Coast Christian School
What grades does First Coast Christian School serve?
First Coast Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend First Coast Christian School?
First Coast Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Coast Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at First Coast Christian School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does First Coast Christian School rank in FL?
First Coast Christian School ranks #701 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is First Coast Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
First Coast Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is First Coast Christian School a private school?
Yes, First Coast 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 First Coast Christian School a religious school?
First Coast Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 539
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- (904) 777-3040
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