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Okeechobee Christian Academy

School

701 S PARROTT AVE, Okeechobee, FL 34974

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

203

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

203

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#501 of 1,462

In Okeechobee

#2 of 2

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About Okeechobee Christian Academy

Okeechobee Christian Academy is a private school in Okeechobee, FL. Okeechobee Christian Academy serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Okeechobee Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #501 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.5 pts above FL schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Okeechobee 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.

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How Okeechobee Christian Academy compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Okeechobee, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

This School

18.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

203

This School

553

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 20.2% vs 0%

Black 3% vs 0%

Asian 3% vs 0%

Okeechobee Christian Academy Okeechobee Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Okeechobee Christian Academy (this school)	—	203	13:1	6.8
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.4 mi	548	19.6:1	4.3
SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	536	16.8:1	6.4
OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.4 mi	711	17.8:1	5.9
YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.1 mi	625	15.2:1	6.1
OKEECHOBEE HIGH SCHOOL	2.1 mi	1,741	21:1	5.2
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	558	19.2:1	6.2
EVERGLADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	774	20.9:1	7.1
OKEECHOBEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE	2.6 mi	61	—:1	5.4
OKEECHOBEE ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY	2.6 mi	179	17.9:1	4.7
SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.4 mi	541	16.4:1	7.3
TANTIE	11.3 mi	63	—:1	4.4
PEMAYETV EMAHAKV CHARTER OUR WAY SCHOOL	18.9 mi	294	—:1	8.1

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- 4.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.7 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,408

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 43%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 203

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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 71.9%

Hispanic 20.2%

Black 3.0%

Asian 3.0%

Native American 1.0%

Pacific Islander 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

701 S PARROTT AVE, Okeechobee, FL 34974

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Okeechobee Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. OKEECHOBEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (rated 5.4/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, OKEECHOBEE ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY (rated 4.7/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Okeechobee, see our Okeechobee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Okeechobee	0.3 mi	161	7.6
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okeechobee	0.4 mi	548	4.3
OKEECHOBEE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Okeechobee	0.9 mi	7	—
SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okeechobee	1.2 mi	536	6.4
OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Okeechobee	1.4 mi	711	5.9
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Okeechobee	2.0 mi	9	—
YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL Okeechobee	2.1 mi	625	6.1
OKEECHOBEE HIGH SCHOOL Okeechobee	2.1 mi	1,741	5.2
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okeechobee	2.3 mi	558	6.2
TRINITY CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Okeechobee	2.4 mi	24	—
OKEECHOBEE ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Okeechobee	2.6 mi	179	4.7
OKEECHOBEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Okeechobee	2.6 mi	61	5.4
EVERGLADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okeechobee	2.4 mi	774	7.1
SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okeechobee	3.4 mi	541	7.3
TANTIE Okeechobee	11.3 mi	63	4.4
PEMAYETV EMAHAKV CHARTER OUR WAY SCHOOL Okeechobee	18.9 mi	294	8.1
TRADITION PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Ft. Lauderdale	22.7 mi	965	4.6
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT TRADITION Ft. Lauderdale	22.8 mi	1,147	4.2
ALLAPATTAH FLATS K-8 Port St. Lucie	24.3 mi	1,312	7.3
ST. LUCIE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Port St. Lucie	24.3 mi	13	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34974 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,671

Median Home Value

$162,900

Median Rent

$958/mo

Population

23,994

College Educated

16.2%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

48.1

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
ALTAMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Altamonte Springs, FL	274	6.8
APOPKA CHRISTIAN LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Apopka, FL	222	6.8
BRUSH ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando, FL	161	6.8
EAST HILL ACADEMY Pensacola, FL	132	6.8
PINELLAS VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Clearwater, FL	218	6.8
ST CLOUD CHRISTIAN PREP Kissimmee, FL	234	6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Okeechobee Christian Academy

What grades does Okeechobee Christian Academy serve?

Okeechobee Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Okeechobee Christian Academy?

Okeechobee Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Okeechobee Christian Academy is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Okeechobee Christian Academy rank in FL?

Okeechobee Christian Academy ranks #501 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Okeechobee Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Okeechobee Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Okeechobee Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Okeechobee Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Okeechobee Christian Academy a religious school?

Okeechobee Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 54 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 203
Gender Split: 56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Distant Town
County: Okeechobee County
Phone: (863) 763-3072

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