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#508 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 35% of private schools
First Methodist School Inc.
Elementary School
455 S BROADWAY AVE, Bartow, FL 33830
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#508 of 1,462
In Bartow
#2 of 2
public schools
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First Methodist School Inc.
Elementary School in Bartow · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About First Methodist School Inc.
First Methodist School Inc. is a private elementary school in Bartow, FL. First Methodist School Inc. serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. First Methodist School Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #508 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, First Methodist School Inc. 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, First Methodist School Inc. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
First Methodist School Inc. 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 Methodist School Inc. compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Bartow, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Methodist School Inc. (this school) | 6.8 |
| BARTOW ELEMENTARY ACADEMY | 5.8 |
| JEAN O'DELL LEARNING CENTER | 8.8 |
| FLORAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| BARTOW MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| COMPASS MIDDLE CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| GAUSE ACADEMY OF LEADERSHIP | 6.4 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND | 4.5 |
| UNION ACADEMY | 5.5 |
| JAMES E. STEPHENS ACADEMY | 4.6 |
| POLK HALFWAY HOUSE | — |
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S CENTRAL CENTER | 4.5 |
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFFS REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER | 3.5 |
| SPESSARD L HOLLAND ELEMENTARY | 6.8 |
| BELLA CITTA | 3.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
455 S BROADWAY AVE, Bartow, FL 33830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Methodist School Inc. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Lakeland), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGHLAND CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Highland City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SPESSARD L HOLLAND ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 4.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bartow, see our Bartow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BARTOW ELEMENTARY ACADEMY Bartow | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BARTOW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bartow | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| JEAN O'DELL LEARNING CENTER Bartow | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| FLORAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bartow | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| BARTOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Bartow | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| COMPASS MIDDLE CHARTER SCHOOL Bartow | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| GAUSE ACADEMY OF LEADERSHIP Bartow | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bartow | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Bartow | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| JAMES E. STEPHENS ACADEMY Bartow | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| TRANSITION SCHOOL Bartow | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| UNION ACADEMY Bartow | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| POLK HALFWAY HOUSE Bartow | 1.6 mi | — |
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S CENTRAL CENTER Bartow | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFFS REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER Bartow | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| SPESSARD L HOLLAND ELEMENTARY Bartow | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| HIGHLAND CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland City | 5.6 mi | 7.8 |
| VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 5.8 mi | 8.8 |
| GEORGE W. JENKINS SENIOR HIGH Lakeland | 6.4 mi | 5.6 |
| POLK STATE COLLEGE COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland | 7.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,636
Median Home Value
$207,900
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
32,738
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Methodist School Inc.
What grades does First Methodist School Inc. serve?
First Methodist School Inc. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend First Methodist School Inc.?
First Methodist School Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Methodist School Inc.?
The student-teacher ratio at First Methodist School Inc. is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does First Methodist School Inc. rank in FL?
First Methodist School Inc. ranks #508 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is First Methodist School Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?
First Methodist School Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is First Methodist School Inc. a private school?
Yes, First Methodist School Inc. is a private coeducational school with a Methodist 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 Methodist School Inc. a religious school?
First Methodist School Inc. has a Methodist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Gender Split
- 37% M / 63% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Methodist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 533-0905
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