Very Good
#142 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 10% of private schools
Mulberry Christian Academy
School
200 DEAN ST, Mulberry, FL 33860
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#142 of 1,462
In Mulberry
#2 of 3
public schools
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About Mulberry Christian Academy
Mulberry Christian Academy is a private school in Mulberry, FL. Mulberry Christian Academy serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mulberry Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Mulberry 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.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Mulberry Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mulberry 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
BetaHow Mulberry Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Mulberry, FL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mulberry
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mulberry Christian Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| MULBERRY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| PURCELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| MULBERRY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| WILLOW OAK SCHOOL | 8.3 |
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
200 DEAN ST, Mulberry, FL 33860
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mulberry Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HARVEST ACADEMY LLC (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PARKWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Lakeland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Bartow), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mulberry, see our Mulberry schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PURCELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mulberry | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| MULBERRY MIDDLE SCHOOL Mulberry | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| HARVEST ACADEMY LLC Mulberry | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| MULBERRY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mulberry | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| BRILLIANT MINDS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Mulberry | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| WILLOW OAK SCHOOL Mulberry | 3.7 mi | 8.3 |
| JAMES W. SIKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LIMITLESS LEARNING EDU Lakeland | 4.6 mi | — |
| SCOTT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| MEDULLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 5.5 mi | 5.8 |
| R. BRUCE WAGNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 5.9 mi | 6.9 |
| GEORGE W. JENKINS SENIOR HIGH Lakeland | 6.0 mi | 5.6 |
| LAKELAND HIGHLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland | 6.3 mi | 6.2 |
| VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 6.1 mi | 8.8 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakeland | 6.8 mi | 5.6 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakeland | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGHLANDS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 7.4 mi | 8.1 |
| CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 7.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PARKWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lakeland | 7.8 mi | 7.7 |
| WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bartow | 7.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33860 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,779
Median Home Value
$221,400
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
25,617
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
34.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATLANTIS ACADEMY Coral Springs, FL | 7.8 |
| BROACH SCHOOL SOUTH Jacksonville, FL | 7.8 |
| CHANGING LIVES ACADEMY INC. Orlando, FL | 7.8 |
| GRACE EDUCATION ACADEMY LLC Weeki Wachee, FL | 7.8 |
| MONARCH ACADEMY Daytona Beach, FL | 7.8 |
| NEW FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Titusville, FL | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mulberry Christian Academy
What grades does Mulberry Christian Academy serve?
Mulberry Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Mulberry Christian Academy?
Mulberry Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mulberry Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mulberry Christian Academy is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mulberry Christian Academy rank in FL?
Mulberry Christian Academy ranks #142 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Mulberry Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mulberry Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mulberry Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Mulberry Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Church of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mulberry Christian Academy a religious school?
Mulberry Christian Academy has a Church of God religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Church of God
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 425-1241
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