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#701 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 48% of private schools
First Coast Christian School
School · Jacksonville, FL
A private school in Jacksonville, FL serving grades Pre-K – 12th.
7587 BLANDING BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32244
- 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
PreliminaryWhat this rating measures
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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
Most recent published year. School vs. FL average.
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Where First Coast Christian School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 35Car-Dependent
- Transit 30Some Transit
- Bike 45Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$61,652
Median home value
$221,400
Median rent
$1,366/mo
College educated
24%
Homeownership
55.2%
Poverty rate
15.2%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 32244; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of ExcellencePrivate · tuition | 3.9 | PK–12 | 1.3 mi | 48 | Compare → |
| Faith Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | Not rated | K–12 | 3.1 mi | 23 | Compare → |
| The Broach School of Jacksonville Orange ParkPrivate · tuition | 6.3 | K–12 | 3.1 mi | 87 | Compare → |
| Lighthouse Christian School Orange ParkPrivate · tuition | 5.5 | 1–12 | 3.2 mi | 59 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
First Coast Christian School is listed in Jacksonville, FL; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About First Coast Christian School
First Coast Christian School is a private school in Jacksonville, FL, serving approximately 539 students in grades Pre-K-12th with a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #701 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
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.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (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
- Area population (ZIP 32244)
- 63,352
- Area average commute
- 27.7 min
- Area median age
- 34.5
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 32244; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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