Below Average

#1300 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Providence School

School

2701 HODGES BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32224

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,249

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

1,249

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,300 of 1,462

In Jacksonville

#72 of 79

public schools

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About Providence School

Providence School is a private school in Jacksonville, FL. Providence School serves approximately 1,249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,300 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.5 pts below FL schools

4.8

This school 4.8 · Below Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Providence 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 School compares to 193 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

This School

35.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,249

This School

627

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.8

This School

5.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 78% vs 0%

Black 6.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%

Asian 1.2% vs 0%

Providence School Jacksonville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Providence School (this school)	—	1,249	15:1	4.8
AMIKIDS JACKSONVILLE	0.8 mi	23	—:1	—
RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY INTRACOASTAL	1.2 mi	820	—:1	8.6
ALIMACANI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	792	15.5:1	8.0
KERNAN TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	638	15.2:1	7.7
DUVAL CHARTER SCHOOL AT COASTAL	1.7 mi	1,098	1098:1	2.9
KERNAN MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.8 mi	1,084	15.9:1	5.4
ABESS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	524	13.8:1	7.0
CHET'S CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	1,090	16.5:1	7.2
LANDMARK MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.5 mi	1,022	15.5:1	5.7
J. ALLEN AXSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	468	13.4:1	9.2
WATERLEAF ELEMENTARY	3.1 mi	675	12.3:1	8.6
ALDEN ROAD EXCEP. STUDENT CENTER	3.3 mi	175	6.7:1	6.4
SABAL PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	682	16.2:1	6.9
SANDALWOOD HIGH SCHOOL	3.6 mi	2,726	24.3:1	6.3
CORNERSTONE CLASSICAL ACADEMY	4.3 mi	858	—:1	6.9
GLOBAL OUTREACH ACADEMY INTERCOASTAL	4.4 mi	312	—:1	7.0
BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	395	15.2:1	5.3
LONE STAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.1 mi	340	14.8:1	6.2
WINDY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.3 mi	467	16.1:1	4.8
GLOBAL OUTREACH CHARTER ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL	5.5 mi	583	—: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

C 3.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,281.6

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 37%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.6 / 10

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Enrollment 1,249

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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 78.0%

Two or More 11.8%

Black 6.3%

Hispanic 2.4%

Asian 1.2%

Native American 0.2%

Pacific Islander 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2701 HODGES BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Providence School may also want to explore other schools in the area. J. ALLEN AXSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE FOUNDATION ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEPTUNE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Neptune Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
AMIKIDS JACKSONVILLE Jacksonville	0.8 mi	23	—
RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY INTRACOASTAL Jacksonville	1.2 mi	820	8.6
ALIMACANI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.2 mi	792	8.0
THE DEPAUL SCHOOL OF NE FLORIDA Jacksonville	1.2 mi	94	5.8
KERNAN TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.5 mi	638	7.7
DUVAL CHARTER SCHOOL AT COASTAL Jacksonville	1.7 mi	1,098	2.9
THE FOUNDATION ACADEMY Jacksonville	1.9 mi	373	9.0
KERNAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.8 mi	1,084	5.4
ABESS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	2.1 mi	524	7.0
CHET'S CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	2.3 mi	1,090	7.2
LANDMARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville	2.5 mi	1,022	5.7
J. ALLEN AXSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	3.0 mi	468	9.2
NEPTUNE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Neptune Beach	2.9 mi	825	8.8
WATERLEAF ELEMENTARY Jacksonville	3.1 mi	675	8.6
MONTESSORI TIDES Jacksonville Beach	3.0 mi	40	6.8
THE DISCOVERY SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach	3.1 mi	155	7.1
SABAL PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	3.5 mi	682	6.9
ALDEN ROAD EXCEP. STUDENT CENTER Jacksonville	3.3 mi	175	6.4
DUNCAN U. FLETCHER HIGH SCHOOL Neptune Beach	3.4 mi	2,192	6.0
SAN PABLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach	3.4 mi	501	8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,774

Median Home Value

$425,500

Median Rent

$1,690/mo

Population

42,252

College Educated

54.4%

Homeownership

54.5%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

32.1

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
DUVAL VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL	1,041	4.8
MIRRA EDUCATIONAL CENTERS INC. Homestead, FL	798	4.8
INDIAN ROCKS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Largo, FL	908	4.7
JACKSONVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL	760	4.7
KIPP MIAMI-LIBERTY CITY Miami, FL	1,234	4.7
THE KING'S ACADEMY West Palm Beach, FL	1,398	4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Providence School

What grades does Providence School serve?

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

How many students attend Providence School?

Providence School has an enrollment of approximately 1,249 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence School?

The student-teacher ratio at Providence School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Providence School rank in FL?

Providence School ranks #1,300 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Providence School's MySchoolScout rating?

Providence School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Providence School a private school?

Yes, Providence School 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 Providence School a religious school?

Providence School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 40 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 1,249
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Teachers (FTE): 83
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Large City
County: Duval County
Phone: (904) 223-5270

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