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#1060 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Hillcrest Academy
School
2009 PRESIDENT ST, Palatka, FL 32177
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#1,060 of 1,462
In Palatka
#3 of 4
public schools
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Hillcrest Academy
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About Hillcrest Academy
Hillcrest Academy is a private school in Palatka, FL. Hillcrest Academy serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,060 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 74 students, Hillcrest 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.
Hillcrest 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
BetaHow Hillcrest Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Palatka, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hillcrest Academy (this school) | 5.6 |
| WILLIAM D. MOSELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| PUTNAM ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | 6.5 |
| MELLON LEARNING CENTER | 5.6 |
| PALATKA JR - SR HIGH SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| PUTNAM VIRTUAL FRANCHISE | 4.6 |
| JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER | 8.5 |
| KELLEY SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
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
2009 PRESIDENT ST, Palatka, FL 32177
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillcrest Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. PENIEL BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DESERET ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Satsuma), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MELLON LEARNING CENTER (rated 5.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Palatka, see our Palatka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM D. MOSELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palatka | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| PUTNAM ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Palatka | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| SCHOOL OF THE HEIGHTS Palatka | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| MELLON LEARNING CENTER Palatka | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| PALATKA JR - SR HIGH SCHOOL Palatka | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| PUTNAM VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Palatka | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palatka | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER Palatka | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| PENIEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Palatka | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| KELLEY SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palatka | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BROWNING-PEARCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Mateo | 4.6 mi | 4.2 |
| DESERET ACADEMY Satsuma | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOHNS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Palatka | 9.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ST. JOHNS COUNTY JAIL (DJJ) Hastings | 11.1 mi | — |
| DEEP CREEK ACADEMY Hastings | 11.1 mi | — |
| SOUTH WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkton | 12.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CRESCENT CITY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Crescent City | 13.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Q.I. ROBERTS JR. - SR. HIGH SCHOOL Florahome | 13.2 mi | 8.2 |
| INTERLACHEN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Interlachen | 14.1 mi | 4.0 |
| MIDDLETON-BURNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crescent City | 15.9 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32177 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,486
Median Home Value
$158,800
Median Rent
$940/mo
Population
26,046
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
41.6
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| CAPITAL PREPARATORY Tallahassee, FL | 5.6 |
| PALM BEACH VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 5.6 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 5.6 |
| PNEUMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miami, FL | 5.6 |
| SOUTH WALTON ACADEMY Santa Rosa Beach, FL | 5.6 |
| ACCESS TO EDUCATION Bradenton, FL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillcrest Academy
What grades does Hillcrest Academy serve?
Hillcrest Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Hillcrest Academy?
Hillcrest Academy has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Academy is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hillcrest Academy rank in FL?
Hillcrest Academy ranks #1,060 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Hillcrest Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillcrest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hillcrest Academy a private school?
Yes, Hillcrest Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hillcrest Academy a religious school?
Hillcrest Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 74
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Putnam County
- Phone
- (386) 328-6514
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