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#1135 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Jack and Jill Children's Center

Elementary School

100 SW 9TH AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

88

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Fort Lauderdale

#15 of 25

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#479 of 612

About Jack and Jill Children's Center

Jack and Jill Children's Center serves 88 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in Fort Lauderdale, offering an intimate elementary school experience with a remarkably low 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. This regular public school's small size allows its 9 full-time teachers to provide personalized attention that many larger schools cannot match. The school has earned strong recognition with a 9.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #505 out of 1,462 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 66th percentile among Florida schools.

This performance reflects the dedicated work of both educators and families in creating a supportive learning environment. Jack and Jill Children's Center draws families from the 33312 ZIP code area, where the median household income reaches $72,955 and home values average $361,800. The surrounding community shows a commitment to education, with 30% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining economic diversity with a 13% poverty rate among its 53,409 residents.

Located on Southwest 9th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, the school sits in the heart of this vibrant mid-size city, providing students access to both educational excellence and the cultural richness that comes with urban living in Broward County.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 88 students, Jack and Jill Children's Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Jack and Jill Children's Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Jack and Jill Children's Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$81,158
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$76,004
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.94x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
40%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$15.7M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 88 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Jack and Jill Children's Center compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
This School
vs
16.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
88
This School
vs
469
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 96.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
Jack and Jill Children's Center Fort Lauderdale Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Jack and Jill Children's Center (this school) 5.4
WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.8
NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.6
SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY 4.2
VIRGINIA SHUMAN YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE 7.6
NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.9
THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.2
CROISSANT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
RIVERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.4
HARBORDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.1
DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.3
WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.0
SEAGULL SCHOOL 7.0
ROCK ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.9
BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.0
BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6
WINGATE OAKS CENTER 6.3
NEW LIFE CHARTER ACADEMY 6.5
STEPHEN FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.5
PINE RIDGE ALTERNATIVE CENTER 5.8

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Fort Lauderdale

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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- 7.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,086
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 7%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Enrollment 88
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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)

Black 96.6%
Hispanic 2.3%
Two or More 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

100 SW 9TH AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jack and Jill Children's Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VIRGINIA SHUMAN YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 0.4 mi 6.8
NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 0.6 mi 6.6
S.O.U.L. ACADEMY Pompano Beach 0.8 mi 4.1
THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 0.8 mi 3.7
PERMISSION TO SUCCEED ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 0.8 mi
MOUNT BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 1.0 mi 5.2
MURL WINDSOR ACADEMY AT HOLLYWOOD Fort Lauderdale 1.0 mi 4.5
SUNRISE HIGH SCHOOL Ft. Lauderdale 1.1 mi 5.7
STRANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.0 mi 3.5
SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 1.1 mi 4.2
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 1.1 mi
ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.1 mi 5.8
BROWARD DETENTION CENTER Fort Lauderdale 1.1 mi 4.5
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Fort Lauderdale 1.3 mi 7.6
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.2 mi 6.4
THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.4 mi 7.2
NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.3 mi 7.9
VIRGINIA SHUMAN YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.2 mi 7.6
HAPPYLAND DAY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.5 mi
CROISSANT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.6 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,644

Median Home Value

$397,800

Median Rent

$1,566/mo

Population

53,547

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

63.1%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

40.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Jack and Jill Children's Center has a median household income of $77,644. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $397,800, with a median rent of $1,566/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DEEPER ROOT ACADEMY Orlando, FL 5.4
HEAD OF THE CLASS LEARNING CENTER Lakeland, FL 5.4
MOUNT CALVARY ACADEMY Daytona Beach, FL 5.4
NEW DOMINION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pompano Beach, FL 5.4
THE FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF MIAMI Miami, FL 5.4
DAUGHTER OF ZION JUNIOR ACADEMY Delray Beach, FL 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jack and Jill Children's Center

What grades does Jack and Jill Children's Center serve?

Jack and Jill Children's Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Jack and Jill Children's Center?

Jack and Jill Children's Center has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jack and Jill Children's Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Jack and Jill Children's Center is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Jack and Jill Children's Center rank in FL?

Jack and Jill Children's Center is ranked #1135 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Jack and Jill Children's Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Jack and Jill Children's Center has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Jack and Jill Children's Center a private school?

Yes, Jack and Jill Children's Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Jack and Jill Children's Center a religious school?

No, Jack and Jill Children's Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
88
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
BROWARD
Data Year
2022–2023

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