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#886 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Parsons Christian Academy

School

5705 FORT CAROLINE RD, Jacksonville, FL 32277

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#886 of 1,462

In Jacksonville

#57 of 79

public schools

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About Parsons Christian Academy

Parsons Christian Academy is a private school in Jacksonville, FL. Parsons Christian Academy serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Parsons Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #886 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Parsons 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 Parsons Christian Academy compares to 193 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.6:1

This School

35.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

359

This School

627

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

5.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 48.5% vs 0%

White 36.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 6.4% vs 0%

Asian 1.1% vs 0%

Parsons Christian Academy Jacksonville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Parsons Christian Academy (this school)	—	359	15.6:1	6.1
JACKSONVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY EAST	0.2 mi	213	—:1	—
FORT CAROLINE MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.5 mi	384	14.8:1	6.3
FORT CAROLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	470	17.4:1	4.0
GRASP ACADEMY	0.7 mi	283	14.2:1	7.0
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS-JAX	0.8 mi	68	—:1	2.9
LAKE LUCINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	311	18.3:1	7.9
IDEA RIVER BLUFF	1.3 mi	775	32.3:1	—
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	253	18.1:1	6.1
LONG BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	312	15.6:1	4.3
ARLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	214	15.3:1	4.4
TERRY PARKER HIGH SCHOOL	2.3 mi	1,411	21.7:1	4.1
DUVAL REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	2.5 mi	82	13.7:1	5.6
PARKWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	319	22.8:1	3.1
R L BROWN GIFTED AND TALENTED ACADEMY	2.6 mi	193	12.9:1	8.6
ARLINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.7 mi	699	16.6:1	3.7
MERRILL ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	412	15.3:1	5.7
LONE STAR HIGH SCHOOL	2.7 mi	258	—:1	5.0
DON BREWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	327	17.2:1	2.9
MATTHEW W. GILBERT MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.8 mi	622	22.2:1	4.6
ANDREW JACKSON HIGH SCHOOL	3.1 mi	837	22:1	6.2

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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

C 3.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 62%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 359

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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)

Black 48.5%

White 36.8%

Two or More 7.2%

Hispanic 6.4%

Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5705 FORT CAROLINE RD, Jacksonville, FL 32277

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parsons Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. R L BROWN GIFTED AND TALENTED ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE LUCINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
JACKSONVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY EAST Jacksonville	0.2 mi	213	—
RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.4 mi	178	7.4
FORT CAROLINE MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.5 mi	384	6.3
GRASP ACADEMY Jacksonville	0.7 mi	283	7.0
FORT CAROLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.7 mi	470	4.0
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS-JAX Jacksonville	0.8 mi	68	2.9
IDEA RIVER BLUFF Jacksonville	1.3 mi	775	—
LAKE LUCINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.3 mi	311	7.9
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	2.1 mi	253	6.1
ARLINGTON KINDERGARTEN OF JACKSONVILLE, INC Jacksonville	2.3 mi	21	—
ARLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	2.3 mi	214	4.4
THE JERICHO SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM Jacksonville	2.3 mi	34	6.7
LONG BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	2.1 mi	312	4.3
TERRY PARKER HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville	2.3 mi	1,411	4.1
VISIONARY DREAMERS OF TODAY LEARNING CENTER Jacksonville	2.5 mi	8	—
PARKWOOD WEEKDAY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Jacksonville	2.6 mi	51	6.3
PARKWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	2.6 mi	319	3.1
DUVAL REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Jacksonville	2.5 mi	82	5.6
ARLINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville	2.7 mi	699	3.7
R L BROWN GIFTED AND TALENTED ACADEMY Jacksonville	2.6 mi	193	8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32277 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,215

Median Home Value

$256,600

Median Rent

$1,297/mo

Population

35,310

College Educated

23.9%

Homeownership

50.4%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Median Age

32.7

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ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Margate, FL	443	6.1
BROACH SCHOOL OF JACKSONVILLE Orange Park, FL	365	6.1
LAND O LAKES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Land O'Lakes, FL	401	6.1
SHERIDAN HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollywood, FL	395	6.1
WEST HERNANDO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring Hill, FL	221	6.1
BREVARD VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Cocoa, FL	226	6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parsons Christian Academy

What grades does Parsons Christian Academy serve?

Parsons Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Parsons Christian Academy?

Parsons Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Parsons Christian Academy is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Parsons Christian Academy rank in FL?

Parsons Christian Academy ranks #886 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Parsons Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Parsons Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Parsons Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Parsons 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 Parsons Christian Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 35 Some Transit
Bike Score: 52 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 359
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 23
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Duval County
Phone: (904) 516-4578

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