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#458 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 31% of private schools

Northside Christian School

School

7777 62ND AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33709

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

727

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

727

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#458 of 1,462

In St. Petersburg

#8 of 30

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About Northside Christian School

Northside Christian School is a private school in St. Petersburg, FL. Northside Christian School serves approximately 727 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

Northside Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #458 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.6 pts above FL schools

6.9

This school 6.9 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Northside 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.

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How Northside Christian School compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in St. Petersburg, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.1:1

This School

15.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

727

This School

562

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.9

This School

7.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 73.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.5% vs 0%

Black 10.3% vs 0%

Asian 4.7% vs 0%

Northside Christian School St. Petersburg Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Northside Christian School (this school)	—	727	10.1:1	6.9
BLANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	456	13:1	6.3
SEVENTY-FOURTH ST. ELEMENTARY	1.6 mi	426	11.8:1	6.4
PLATO ACADEMY OF ST.PETERSBURG	1.7 mi	370	11.9:1	6.6
AZALEA MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.5 mi	684	17.5:1	5.6
WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	539	16.3:1	7.4
TYRONE MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.7 mi	822	20:1	7.1
AZALEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	451	12.9:1	7.7
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.4 mi	430	14.3:1	6.7
LEALMAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	393	13.6:1	5.9
ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL	3.7 mi	244	48.8:1	7.3
PASADENA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.0 mi	463	14.9:1	8.4
NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.1 mi	659	13.2:1	6.5
MOUNT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.3 mi	373	12.9:1	7.2
LEALMAN INNOVATION ACADEMY	4.5 mi	394	10.1:1	6.5
BEAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.7 mi	265	13.2:1	8.6
JOHN M. SEXTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.2 mi	401	12.9:1	6.2
LYNCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.2 mi	484	15.1:1	5.9
SAWGRASS LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.3 mi	599	13.9:1	6.8
NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL	5.4 mi	1,762	21:1	6.8
MEADOWLAWN MIDDLE SCHOOL	5.4 mi	801	17.8:1	4.6

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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+ 7.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.4 / 10

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School Day Length 7.1 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,270.9

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 43%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.7 / 10

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Enrollment 727

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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 73.7%

Hispanic 10.5%

Black 10.3%

Asian 4.7%

Pacific Islander 0.7%

Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7777 62ND AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33709

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northside Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. NINA HARRIS ESE CENTER (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Pinellas Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is KESWICK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, KING QUEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FOR ALL STUDE (rated 3.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Pinellas Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PINELLAS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Pinellas Park	0.7 mi	1,018	6.6
MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEM Pinellas Park	0.8 mi	439	7.1
DE LA FONTAINE TRILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Seminole	0.9 mi	3	—
ESE COUNTYWIDE Pinellas Park	0.9 mi	209	3.2
BLANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	1.4 mi	456	6.3
SEVENTY-FOURTH ST. ELEMENTARY St. Petersburg	1.6 mi	426	6.4
PINELLAS SECONDARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park	1.6 mi	79	4.5
BARDMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole	1.7 mi	445	7.3
CENTER ACADEMY PREP Pinellas Park	1.6 mi	72	7.2
CENTER ACADEMY Pinellas Park	1.6 mi	79	6.2
PLATO ACADEMY OF ST.PETERSBURG St. Petersburg	1.7 mi	370	6.6
DIXIE M. HOLLINS HIGH SCHOOL Kenneth City	1.7 mi	1,975	6.4
NINA HARRIS ESE CENTER Pinellas Park	1.6 mi	144	7.3
STARKEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole	1.9 mi	610	7.9
SPECIAL KIDS ACADEMY - SEMINOLE Seminole	2.3 mi	6	—
CROSS BAYOU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park	2.4 mi	323	4.8
SKYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park	2.3 mi	592	7.3
KESWICK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg	2.2 mi	1,028	5.0
KING QUEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FOR ALL STUDE Pinellas Park	2.2 mi	58	3.6
KING & QUEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FOR ALL STUDENTS Pinellas Park	2.2 mi	61	3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33709 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,621

Median Home Value

$190,300

Median Rent

$1,317/mo

Population

25,371

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

76.1%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

53.3

Similar Schools

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

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CENTRAL SCHOOL Milton, FL	696	6.9
CORNERSTONE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL	858	6.9
ORLANDO CHRISTIAN PREP Orlando, FL	567	6.9
THE GENEVA SCHOOL Casselberry, FL	548	7.0
WESTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami, FL	437	7.0
BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Palm Beach, FL	636	6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northside Christian School

What grades does Northside Christian School serve?

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

How many students attend Northside Christian School?

Northside Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 727 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northside Christian School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Northside Christian School rank in FL?

Northside Christian School ranks #458 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Northside Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northside Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Northside Christian School a private school?

Yes, Northside 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 Northside Christian School a religious school?

Northside Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 40 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 727
Gender Split: 40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 72
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 7.1 hours
Days Per Year: 179 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Pinellas County
Phone: (727) 541-7593

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