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Northdale Christian Academy

Elementary School

15709 MAPLEDALE DR, Tampa, FL 33624

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#662 of 1,462

In Tampa

#22 of 54

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About Northdale Christian Academy

Northdale Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Tampa, FL. Northdale Christian Academy serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Northdale Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #662 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 86 students, Northdale 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.

Northdale 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 Northdale Christian Academy compares to 150 public schools serving similar grades in Tampa, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.6:1

This School

16.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

499

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 55.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 15.1% vs 0%

Black 9.3% vs 0%

Asian 2.3% vs 0%

Northdale Christian Academy Tampa Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Northdale Christian Academy (this school)	—	86	12.6:1	6.5
CLAYWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	627	13.6:1	6.5
HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.0 mi	825	17.9:1	5.9
DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER	2.0 mi	39	3.5:1	7.2
BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.3 mi	629	16.6:1	3.4
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	693	15.4:1	8.9
ESSRIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	579	14.8:1	6.0
CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL	3.1 mi	715	12.8:1	7.8
LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.2 mi	687	15.6:1	5.3
CANNELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.9 mi	606	14.8:1	7.3
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS	3.9 mi	167	7.3:1	5.0
MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.0 mi	664	15.1:1	5.5
PLATO ACADEMY TAMPA CHARTER SCHOOL	4.2 mi	391	12.6:1	7.8
MORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.2 mi	743	14.6:1	5.7
CITRUS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.2 mi	507	13.7:1	8.1
SERGEANT PAUL R SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.3 mi	580	21.5:1	5.4
SPORTS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ACADEMY (TAMPA)	4.4 mi	535	18.4:1	4.8
SLAM ACADEMY TAMPA ELEMENTARY	4.4 mi	220	20:1	3.2
IDEA VICTORY	4.4 mi	1,025	32:1	—
ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.5 mi	533	23.2:1	2.1
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	689	13.2:1	5.4

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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- 5.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,218

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 63%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.2 / 10

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Enrollment 86

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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 55.8%

Pacific Islander 17.4%

Hispanic 15.1%

Black 9.3%

Asian 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

15709 MAPLEDALE DR, Tampa, FL 33624

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northdale Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNLAKE ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCES (rated 9.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Lutz), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHWARZKOPF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Lutz), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
GAITHER HIGH SCHOOL Tampa	0.3 mi	2,078	5.6
CLAYWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.0 mi	627	6.5
DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER Tampa	2.0 mi	39	7.2
HEBREW ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa	1.8 mi	26	—
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CARROLLWOOD Tampa	1.9 mi	9	—
HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa	2.0 mi	825	5.9
CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL Tampa	2.0 mi	1,019	5.7
LAKE MAGDALENE UMC EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tampa	2.4 mi	15	—
BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa	2.3 mi	629	3.4
HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa	2.6 mi	134	7.9
SCHWARZKOPF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lutz	2.9 mi	571	8.7
MOTHER TERESA OF CALCUTTA Lutz	2.7 mi	431	6.6
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	2.6 mi	693	8.9
ESSRIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	2.9 mi	579	6.0
MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Tampa	3.1 mi	1	—
CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL Tampa	3.1 mi	715	7.8
SUNLAKE ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCES Lutz	3.3 mi	967	9.1
LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	3.2 mi	687	5.3
LA ROCA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa	3.1 mi	20	—
MISSIONARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa	3.7 mi	66	4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,039

Median Home Value

$353,300

Median Rent

$1,658/mo

Population

40,533

College Educated

41.8%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

40.2

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CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Pembroke Pines, FL	94	6.5
GOOD SHEPHERD ACADEMY Deltona, FL	109	6.5
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tampa, FL	85	6.5
LEARNING SCOPE ACADEMY Plantation, FL	52	6.5
LONGWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Longwood, FL	105	6.5
ORLANDO JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Orlando, FL	76	6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northdale Christian Academy

What grades does Northdale Christian Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Northdale Christian Academy?

Northdale Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northdale Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Northdale Christian Academy is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Northdale Christian Academy rank in FL?

Northdale Christian Academy ranks #662 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Northdale Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Northdale Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Northdale Christian Academy a private school?

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

Is Northdale Christian Academy a religious school?

Northdale Christian Academy has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 51 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 86
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Hillsborough County
Phone: (813) 961-9195

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