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#1153 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Guardian Catholic School
Elementary School
4920 BRENTWOOD AVE, Jacksonville, FL 32206
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#1,153 of 1,462
In Jacksonville
#66 of 79
public schools
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Guardian Catholic School
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About Guardian Catholic School
Guardian Catholic School is a private elementary school in Jacksonville, FL. Guardian Catholic School serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Guardian Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,153 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Guardian Catholic 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 Guardian Catholic School compares to 171 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guardian Catholic School (this school) | 5.3 |
| KIPP V.O.I.C.E ACADEMY | 3.4 |
| BECOMING COLLEGIATE ACADEMY | 5.2 |
| NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY | 6.4 |
| JEAN RIBAULT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| A. PHILIP RANDOLPH ACADEMIES | 5.1 |
| ANDREW A. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| LONG BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| SPRINGFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| DARNELL COOKMAN MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| MT. HERMAN ESE CENTER | 7.0 |
| MATTIE V RUTHERFORD ALT ED CENTER | 5.6 |
| NORTHWESTERN LEGENDS ELEMENTARY | 2.2 |
| SUSIE E. TOLBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.2 |
| R. V. DANIELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| DUVAL REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER | 5.6 |
| JOHN E. FORD K-8 SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| DUVAL VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION ACADEMY | 4.8 |
| R L BROWN GIFTED AND TALENTED ACADEMY | 8.6 |
| MATTHEW W. GILBERT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| GRAND PARK CAREER CENTER | 4.2 |
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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
4920 BRENTWOOD AVE, Jacksonville, FL 32206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guardian Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANDREW A. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,585
Median Home Value
$153,500
Median Rent
$866/mo
Population
16,809
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
47.3%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
34.9%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 5.3 |
| BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 5.3 |
| CAROL CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Gardens, FL | 5.3 |
| CHESTER SHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hawthorne, FL | 5.3 |
| EUSTIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eustis, FL | 5.3 |
| GROVE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orange Park, FL | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guardian Catholic School
What grades does Guardian Catholic School serve?
Guardian Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Guardian Catholic School?
Guardian Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guardian Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Guardian Catholic School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Guardian Catholic School rank in FL?
Guardian Catholic School ranks #1,153 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Guardian Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Guardian Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Guardian Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Guardian Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Guardian Catholic School a religious school?
Guardian Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 312
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- (904) 765-6522
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