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#1199 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Mount Bethel Christian Academy

Elementary School

901 NW 11TH AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,199 of 1,462

In Fort Lauderdale

#17 of 25

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About Mount Bethel Christian Academy

Mount Bethel Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Mount Bethel Christian Academy serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Bethel Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,199 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.4 pts below FL schools

5.2

This school 5.2 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 80 students, Mount Bethel Christian 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.

Mount Bethel Christian 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 Mount Bethel Christian Academy compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.4:1

This School

16.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

589

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.2

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%

Mount Bethel Christian Academy Fort Lauderdale Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mount Bethel Christian Academy (this school)	—	80	11.4:1	5.2
SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY	0.2 mi	442	17.7:1	7.5
THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.5 mi	325	18.1:1	7.2
WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.6 mi	512	19:1	4.9
NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	413	19.7:1	7.1
NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	288	13.7:1	7.6
DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	615	19.8:1	5.9
BROWARD DETENTION CENTER	1.1 mi	76	—:1	5.7
DILLARD 6-12	1.2 mi	2,199	20.7:1	3.6
ROCK ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	462	17.1:1	6.8
VIRGINIA SHUMAN YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	692	18.7:1	6.9
WILLIAM DANDY MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.9 mi	681	17.5:1	3.2
RIVERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	465	17.2:1	5.1
WINGATE OAKS CENTER	2.2 mi	120	7.1:1	6.1
BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	299	13:1	5.1
SUNRISE MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.2 mi	1,238	20.6:1	6.0
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE	2.2 mi	209	17.4:1	4.6
WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	510	17.6:1	8.1
BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	575	19.2:1	8.4
CROISSANT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	653	18.7:1	6.8
HARBORDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	505	20.2:1	8.4

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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

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

B 6.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 1.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.8 / 10

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Enrollment 80

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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

901 NW 11TH AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Bethel Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 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	Enrollment	Rating
SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale	0.2 mi	442	7.5
THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale	0.4 mi	68	3.7
S.O.U.L. ACADEMY Pompano Beach	0.4 mi	97	4.1
THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	0.5 mi	325	7.2
SUNRISE HIGH SCHOOL Ft. Lauderdale	0.5 mi	420	5.7
WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	0.6 mi	512	4.9
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale	0.7 mi	25	—
NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	0.9 mi	413	7.1
JACK AND JILL CHILDREN'S CENTER Fort Lauderdale	1.0 mi	88	5.4
NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	0.9 mi	288	7.6
HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale	1.1 mi	169	5.6
DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.1 mi	615	5.9
BROWARD DETENTION CENTER Fort Lauderdale	1.1 mi	76	5.7
FIDELIS ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale	1.3 mi	77	5.8
DILLARD 6-12 Fort Lauderdale	1.2 mi	2,199	3.6
HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND SERVICES Ft. Lauderdale	1.3 mi	16	—
PERMISSION TO SUCCEED ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale	1.5 mi	15	—
FORT LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.4 mi	2,182	6.5
ROCK ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.5 mi	462	6.8
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Wilton Manors	1.6 mi	81	6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,918

Median Home Value

$276,600

Median Rent

$1,385/mo

Population

73,280

College Educated

17.9%

Homeownership

47.9%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

24.6%

Median Age

35.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Bethel Christian Academy

What grades does Mount Bethel Christian Academy serve?

Mount Bethel Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Mount Bethel Christian Academy?

Mount Bethel Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Bethel Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Bethel Christian Academy is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mount Bethel Christian Academy rank in FL?

Mount Bethel Christian Academy ranks #1,199 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Mount Bethel Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Bethel Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mount Bethel Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Mount Bethel Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Mount Bethel Christian Academy a religious school?

Mount Bethel Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 77 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 47 Some Transit
Bike Score: 58 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 80
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Broward County
Phone: (954) 462-0255

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