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#123 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 8% of private schools

Providence Christian School

School

5416 PROVIDENCE RD, Riverview, FL 33578

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

175

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

175

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#123 of 1,462

In Riverview

#2 of 8

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About Providence Christian School

Providence Christian School is a private school in Riverview, FL. Providence Christian School serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.5 pts above FL schools

7.8

This school 7.8 · Very Good
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 175 students, Providence Christian School 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.

Providence 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 Providence Christian School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Riverview, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.3:1

This School

19.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

175

This School

996

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.8

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 48.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 25.7% vs 0%

Black 13.1% vs 0%

Asian 1.7% vs 0%

Providence Christian School Riverview Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Providence Christian School (this school)	—	175	11.3:1	7.8
WINTHROP CHARTER SCHOOL	0.5 mi	1,344	18.2:1	8.8
SYMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	446	15.9:1	4.7
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF RIVERVIEW	1.2 mi	1,201	18.5:1	4.5
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF ADVANCED STUDIES OF HILLSBOROUGH	1.3 mi	59	—:1	—
VIRTUAL PREPARATORY ACADEMY OF FLORIDA	1.4 mi	777	37:1	—
RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	532	13.6:1	5.5
PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL	1.9 mi	237	15.8:1	7.0
SPOTO HIGH SCHOOL	2.3 mi	1,912	23.9:1	4.7
GIUNTA MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.6 mi	825	19.2:1	3.1
FROST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	624	18.9:1	6.2
IPPOLITO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.8 mi	456	18.2:1	4.6
KIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE RIVERVIEW SOUTH (K-12)	3.2 mi	586	14.3:1	5.3
RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL	3.3 mi	2,496	22.3:1	6.2
RODGERS MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL	3.9 mi	1,070	21.8:1	4.5
BOYETTE SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.2 mi	829	15.6:1	8.7
VALRICO LAKE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY	4.2 mi	928	16.9:1	8.1
BELL CREEK ACADEMY	4.2 mi	1,131	20.6:1	8.3
SESSUMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	946	15.8:1	4.6
RIVERVIEW ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE	4.6 mi	1,121	15.1:1	9.4
BIG BEND ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE	4.6 mi	19	19:1	—

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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 6.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.3:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 67%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 175

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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 48.6%

Hispanic 25.7%

Black 13.1%

Two or More 9.7%

Asian 1.7%

Pacific Islander 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5416 PROVIDENCE RD, Riverview, FL 33578

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Providence Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CUTTINGEDGE LEARNING ACADEMY INC. (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BAYCREST ACADEMY FOR CREATIVE LEARNING (rated 6.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Brandon), a more accessible option. For more schools in Riverview, see our Riverview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
WINTHROP CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview	0.5 mi	1,344	8.8
SYMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverview	0.9 mi	446	4.7
THE ACADEMY AT TRUE SANCTUARY OF PRAISE Riverview	1.0 mi	45	6.1
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF RIVERVIEW Riverview	1.2 mi	1,201	4.5
MINTZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon	1.3 mi	767	5.0
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF ADVANCED STUDIES OF HILLSBOROUGH Riverview	1.3 mi	59	—
VIRTUAL PREPARATORY ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Riverview	1.4 mi	777	—
CUTTINGEDGE LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Riverview	1.4 mi	95	7.3
KINGSWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon	1.4 mi	455	4.2
RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverview	1.7 mi	532	5.5
CENTER ACADEMY-RIVERVIEW Riverview	1.9 mi	101	5.0
PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview	1.9 mi	237	7.0
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brandon	2.0 mi	189	8.4
SPOTO HIGH SCHOOL Riverview	2.3 mi	1,912	4.7
BAYCREST ACADEMY FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Brandon	2.7 mi	35	6.5
GIUNTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Riverview	2.6 mi	825	3.1
PROGRESS VILLAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa	2.6 mi	46	5.5
FROST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverview	2.7 mi	624	6.2
IPPOLITO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverview	2.8 mi	456	4.6
BURNS MIDDLE SCHOOL Brandon	2.7 mi	1,192	4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,223

Median Home Value

$298,000

Median Rent

$1,766/mo

Population

58,474

College Educated

36.7%

Homeownership

58.3%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

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

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ATLANTIS ACADEMY Coral Springs, FL	166	7.8
BROACH SCHOOL SOUTH Jacksonville, FL	142	7.8
DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Marianna, FL	208	7.8
FAMILY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ORLANDO Orlando, FL	194	7.8
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Fort Myers, FL	212	7.8
MULBERRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mulberry, FL	125	7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Providence Christian School

What grades does Providence Christian School serve?

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

How many students attend Providence Christian School?

Providence Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Providence Christian School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Providence Christian School rank in FL?

Providence Christian School ranks #123 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Providence Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Providence Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Providence Christian School a private school?

Yes, Providence 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 Providence Christian School a religious school?

Providence Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 50 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 175
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Hillsborough County
Phone: (181) 366-1058

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