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#1264 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Skycrest Christian School

Elementary School

129 N BELCHER RD, Clearwater, FL 33765

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

512

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

512

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,264 of 1,462

In Clearwater

#16 of 18

public schools

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About Skycrest Christian School

Skycrest Christian School is a private elementary school in Clearwater, FL. Skycrest Christian School serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Skycrest Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,264 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.6 pts below FL schools

5.0

This school 5.0 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Skycrest 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 Skycrest Christian School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Clearwater, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.5:1

This School

13.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

512

This School

419

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.0

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 59.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 14.6% vs 0%

Asian 4.9% vs 0%

Black 4.7% vs 0%

Skycrest Christian School Clearwater Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Skycrest Christian School (this school)	—	512	15.5:1	5.0
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND	0.4 mi	66	—:1	4.8
PINELLAS TELESCHOOL	0.4 mi	98	24.5:1	3.0
PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER	0.7 mi	624	13:1	6.9
SKYCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	544	14.3:1	7.3
PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	661	14.7:1	6.3
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.4 mi	762	17.7:1	5.4
CLEARWATER FUNDAMENTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.5 mi	755	20.4:1	9.0
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	629	13.1:1	7.0
PAUL B. STEPHENS ESE CENTER	2.3 mi	148	5.7:1	5.7
KINGS HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL	2.3 mi	277	10.7:1	9.6
SANDY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	308	11:1	8.7
BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	484	14.7:1	8.2
PINELLAS HIGH INNOVATION	2.6 mi	172	7.8:1	4.5
ATHENIAN ACADEMY	2.6 mi	418	12.3:1	4.6
CALVIN A. HUNSINGER SCHOOL	2.7 mi	115	5.2:1	4.8
MCMULLEN-BOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	440	12.6:1	5.9
BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	453	11.9:1	8.4
PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	546	12.7:1	8.3
LEILA DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.8 mi	655	14.6:1	7.8
FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.9 mi	609	13.2:1	7.5

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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 3.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.5:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,054

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 59%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B+ 6.7 / 10

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Enrollment 512

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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 59.2%

Hispanic 14.6%

Two or More 14.6%

Asian 4.9%

Black 4.7%

Native American 1.0%

Pacific Islander 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

129 N BELCHER RD, Clearwater, FL 33765

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Skycrest Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KINGS HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAULS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND Clearwater	0.4 mi	66	4.8
PINELLAS TELESCHOOL Clearwater	0.4 mi	98	3.0
PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY Clearwater	0.4 mi	316	4.5
PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER Clearwater	0.7 mi	624	6.9
CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater	0.9 mi	1,637	4.9
DELPHI ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Clearwater	0.9 mi	195	7.6
SKYCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	1.0 mi	544	7.3
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Clearwater	1.4 mi	762	5.4
PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	1.3 mi	661	6.3
CLEARWATER FUNDAMENTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Clearwater	1.5 mi	755	9.0
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	1.5 mi	629	7.0
THE DEPAUL SCHOOL FOR DYSLEXIA Clearwater	2.1 mi	87	7.1
TAMPA BAY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Clearwater	2.2 mi	26	—
GENESIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clearwater	2.2 mi	26	—
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Clearwater	2.2 mi	56	5.9
ST CECELIA INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL Clearwater	2.2 mi	401	6.4
PAUL B. STEPHENS ESE CENTER Clearwater	2.3 mi	148	5.7
ST PAULS SCHOOL Clearwater	2.5 mi	318	7.6
KINGS HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Clearwater	2.3 mi	277	9.6
BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	2.6 mi	484	8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33765 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,910

Median Home Value

$290,700

Median Rent

$1,585/mo

Population

14,364

College Educated

28.7%

Homeownership

54%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

47.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Skycrest Christian School

What grades does Skycrest Christian School serve?

Skycrest Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Skycrest Christian School?

Skycrest Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Skycrest Christian School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Skycrest Christian School rank in FL?

Skycrest Christian School ranks #1,264 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Skycrest Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Skycrest Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Skycrest Christian School a private school?

Yes, Skycrest 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 Skycrest Christian School a religious school?

Skycrest Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 71 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 33 Some Transit
Bike Score: 55 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 512
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 33
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Pinellas County
Phone: (727) 797-1186

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