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#444 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 30% of private schools

Geneva Classical Academy

School

1736 NEW JERSEY RD, Lakeland, FL 33803

Private

Enrollment

183

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#444 of 1,462

In Lakeland

#10 of 18

public schools

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Geneva Classical Academy

7.0/10

School in Lakeland · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mi Escuela Montessori

8.5/10

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About Geneva Classical Academy

Geneva Classical Academy is a private school in Lakeland, FL. Geneva Classical Academy serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Geneva Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #444 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.7 pts above FL schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 183 students, Geneva Classical 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 9.2:1 students to teachers, Geneva Classical Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Geneva Classical 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

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How Geneva Classical Academy compares to 60 public schools serving similar grades in Lakeland, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
This School
vs
17.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
183
This School
vs
648
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 78.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 12% vs 0%
Black 5.5% vs 0%
Asian 4.4% vs 0%
Geneva Classical Academy Lakeland Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Geneva Classical Academy (this school) 7.0
MI ESCUELA MONTESSORI 8.5
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 5.4
SOUTH MCKEEL ACADEMY 8.5
CRYSTAL LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL 3.3
PHILIP O'BRIEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 2.5
CLEVELAND COURT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.1
REAL ACADEMY (REACHING EVERY ADOLESCENT LEARNER) 5.2
FRESH START COMMUNITY SCHOOL 2.9
POLK GRAD ACADEMY
CRYSTAL LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.1
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS 5.5
SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.5
OSCAR J. POPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.9
DIXIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.1
CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.1
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL 3.3
POLK PRE-COLLEGIATE ACADEMY 6.1
ROSABELLE W. BLAKE ACADEMY 4.8
MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL 8.9
LAWTON CHILES MIDDLE ACADEMY 5.9

Showing 20 of 60 schools. View all schools in Lakeland

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,218
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 37%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 183
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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 78.1%
Hispanic 12.0%
Black 5.5%
Asian 4.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1736 NEW JERSEY RD, Lakeland, FL 33803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Geneva Classical Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. LAKELAND INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING, ORG., CORP (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE CAPE ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cape Coral), with a very similar rating. Additionally, REAL ACADEMY (REACHING EVERY ADOLESCENT LEARNER) (rated 5.2/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MI ESCUELA MONTESSORI Lakeland 0.9 mi 8.5
ROBERTS ACADEMY AT FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE Lakeland 1.0 mi 7.6
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland 1.2 mi 5.4
PATHWAYS SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Lakeland 1.1 mi 4.8
LAKELAND INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING, ORG., CORP Lakeland 1.1 mi 7.5
SOUTH MCKEEL ACADEMY Lakeland 1.2 mi 8.5
WONDERHERE ACADEMY Lakeland 1.2 mi 7.0
PHILIP O'BRIEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland 1.4 mi 2.5
CRYSTAL LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland 1.4 mi 3.3
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Lakeland 1.6 mi 5.5
FRESH START COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lakeland 1.5 mi 2.9
POLK GRAD ACADEMY Lakeland 1.5 mi
CLEVELAND COURT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland 1.5 mi 9.1
REAL ACADEMY (REACHING EVERY ADOLESCENT LEARNER) Lakeland 1.5 mi 5.2
CRYSTAL LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland 1.5 mi 3.1
THE CYGNET SCHOOL Lakeland 1.6 mi 4.5
SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland 1.7 mi 6.5
OSCAR J. POPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland 1.8 mi 6.9
THE CAPE ACADEMY Cape Coral 1.8 mi 7.0
DIXIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland 1.8 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,180

Median Home Value

$236,200

Median Rent

$1,337/mo

Population

29,058

College Educated

33.8%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

42.3

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School Rating
CLEARWATER ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Clearwater, FL 7.0
MT. HERMAN ESE CENTER Jacksonville, FL 7.0
PARKVIEW PREP ACADEMY Avon Park, FL 7.0
THE CAPE ACADEMY Cape Coral, FL 7.0
ATLANTIS ACADEMY Miami, FL 6.9
ATLANTIS ACADEMY PALM BEACHES West Palm Beach, FL 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Geneva Classical Academy

What grades does Geneva Classical Academy serve?

Geneva Classical Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Geneva Classical Academy?

Geneva Classical Academy has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Geneva Classical Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Geneva Classical Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Geneva Classical Academy rank in FL?

Geneva Classical Academy ranks #444 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Geneva Classical Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Geneva Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Geneva Classical Academy a private school?

Yes, Geneva Classical 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 Geneva Classical Academy a religious school?

Geneva Classical Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
183
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Polk County

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