Very Good

#255 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 17% of private schools

North Florida Christian School

School

3000 N MERIDIAN RD, Tallahassee, FL 32312

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#255 of 1,462

In Tallahassee

#4 of 20

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About North Florida Christian School

North Florida Christian School is a private school in Tallahassee, FL. North Florida Christian School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Florida Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.1 pts above FL schools

7.4

This school 7.4 · Very Good
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, North Florida Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

North Florida Christian 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

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How North Florida Christian School compares to 52 public schools serving similar grades in Tallahassee, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.7:1

This School

16.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

473

This School

656

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.4

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74% vs 0%

Black 18% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.2% vs 0%

Asian 1.1% vs 0%

North Florida Christian School Tallahassee Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
North Florida Christian School (this school)	—	473	9.7:1	7.4
SEALEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	388	13.4:1	5.0
THE SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES CENTRE	1.1 mi	448	10.7:1	5.8
THE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES ON THOMASVILLE	1.3 mi	462	11.3:1	7.4
GILCHRIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	891	16.5:1	8.3
RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.7 mi	871	21.8:1	4.6
RUEDIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	474	13.5:1	5.1
GRIFFIN MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.3 mi	486	15.7:1	3.1
KATE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	744	15.2:1	6.6
ELIZABETH COBB MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.4 mi	680	17.4:1	4.5
JOHN G RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	571	19:1	3.0
ASTORIA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	452	14.1:1	3.9
LEON HIGH SCHOOL	2.8 mi	1,923	24:1	6.3
TALLAHASSEE SCHOOL OF MATH & SCIENCES	2.8 mi	589	16.4:1	4.9
AMOS P. GODBY HIGH SCHOOL	2.9 mi	1,396	20.8:1	4.5
SPRINGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.7 mi	419	13.1:1	5.7
FRANK HARTSFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.9 mi	324	13.5:1	4.3
W T MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.0 mi	546	15.2:1	5.6
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS	4.0 mi	58	9.7:1	5.8
GRETCHEN EVERHART SCHOOL	4.2 mi	98	5.4:1	6.9
SAIL	4.3 mi	381	18.1:1	5.6

Showing 20 of 52 schools. View all schools in Tallahassee

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+ 7.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 42%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 473

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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)

White 74.0%

Black 18.0%

Hispanic 4.2%

Two or More 2.7%

Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3000 N MERIDIAN RD, Tallahassee, FL 32312

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Florida Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ROSE ACADEMY LLC (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is CHRIST CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
FAITH PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Tallahassee	0.9 mi	9	—
SEALEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee	1.0 mi	388	5.0
THE SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES CENTRE Tallahassee	1.1 mi	448	5.8
CHRIST CLASSICAL ACADEMY Tallahassee	1.2 mi	171	6.4
UNITY CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT LLC Tallahassee	1.3 mi	33	5.4
BETTON HILLS SCHOOL Tallahassee	1.5 mi	21	—
BETTON HILLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Tallahassee	1.5 mi	21	—
THE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES ON THOMASVILLE Tallahassee	1.3 mi	462	7.4
RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL Tallahassee	1.7 mi	871	4.6
ROSE ACADEMY LLC Tallahassee	1.7 mi	49	6.7
GILCHRIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee	1.7 mi	891	8.3
RUEDIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee	1.8 mi	474	5.1
THE LEARNING CENTER Tallahassee	1.9 mi	43	6.4
LAKE JACKSON EDUCATIONAL YOUTH ACADEMY Tallahassee	2.1 mi	25	—
BROWNSVILLE PREPARATORY INSTITUTE Tallahassee	2.2 mi	37	4.9
GRIFFIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tallahassee	2.3 mi	486	3.1
KATE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee	2.4 mi	744	6.6
FRANKLIN ACADEMY INC Tallahassee	2.1 mi	81	5.4
ELIZABETH COBB MIDDLE SCHOOL Tallahassee	2.4 mi	680	4.5
TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tallahassee	2.6 mi	401	6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,664

Median Home Value

$406,200

Median Rent

$1,505/mo

Population

31,966

College Educated

63.7%

Homeownership

84.2%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

43.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Florida Christian School

What grades does North Florida Christian School serve?

North Florida Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend North Florida Christian School?

North Florida Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Florida Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Florida Christian School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does North Florida Christian School rank in FL?

North Florida Christian School ranks #255 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is North Florida Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Florida Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is North Florida Christian School a private school?

Yes, North Florida Christian School 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 North Florida Christian School a religious school?

North Florida Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 27 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 473
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 49
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Leon County
Phone: (850) 386-6327

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