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#1217 of 1,462 private schools in FL

South Orlando Christian Academy

School

5815 MAKOMA DR, Orlando, FL 32839

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

322

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Enrollment

322

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,217 of 1,462

In Orlando

#65 of 82

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About South Orlando Christian Academy

South Orlando Christian Academy is a private school in Orlando, FL. South Orlando Christian Academy serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South Orlando Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,217 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.1 pts below FL schools

5.2

This school 5.2 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

South Orlando 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 South Orlando Christian Academy compares to 197 public schools serving similar grades in Orlando, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.9:1

This School

17:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

322

This School

783

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.2

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 55.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 41% vs 0%

White 0.9% vs 0%

Asian 0.9% vs 0%

South Orlando Christian Academy Orlando Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
South Orlando Christian Academy (this school)	—	322	17.9:1	5.2
OAK RIDGE HIGH	0.6 mi	2,562	25.6:1	5.4
CHANCERY HIGH CHARTER	0.6 mi	388	48.5:1	3.4
PALMETTO ELEMENTARY	0.9 mi	835	17.8:1	6.4
LANCASTER ELEMENTARY	1.3 mi	574	19.1:1	5.4
JUDSON B WALKER MIDDLE	1.4 mi	897	19.9:1	4.2
WINEGARD ELEMENTARY	1.6 mi	667	16.7:1	4.5
WESTRIDGE MIDDLE	1.6 mi	1,201	20.7:1	5.2
SADLER ELEMENTARY	2.0 mi	722	16.8:1	5.3
MILLENNIA GARDENS ELEMENTARY	2.2 mi	833	15.7:1	6.1
SHINGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY	2.4 mi	696	18.3:1	6.0
PINELOCH ELEMENTARY	2.5 mi	750	13.4:1	5.8
JUVENILE OFFENDERS PROGRAM	2.5 mi	13	4.3:1	—
ORANGE YOUTH ACADEMY	2.6 mi	40	10:1	5.9
UCP TRANSITIONAL LEARNING ACADEMY CHARTER	2.6 mi	156	10.4:1	4.4
UCP OSCEOLA CHARTER SCHOOL	2.6 mi	235	18.1:1	4.2
MEMORIAL MIDDLE	2.8 mi	826	23.6:1	4.3
CATALINA ELEMENTARY	2.8 mi	551	13.4:1	6.6
PERSHING SCHOOL	3.0 mi	1,091	15.8:1	5.9
WORKFORCE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY CHARTER	3.1 mi	286	47.7:1	4.9
MILLENNIA ELEMENTARY	3.1 mi	810	16.9:1	3.6

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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 2.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.9:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,137.5

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 52%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 322

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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 55.6%

Hispanic 41.0%

White 0.9%

Asian 0.9%

Pacific Islander 0.6%

Two or More 0.6%

Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5815 MAKOMA DR, Orlando, FL 32839

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Orlando Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. PINE CASTLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHANGING LIVES ACADEMY INC. (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACADEMY FOR AUTISM (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ELITE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Orlando	0.3 mi	302	6.2
ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando	0.4 mi	444	5.7
PATHWAYS PRIVATE SCHOOL Orlando	0.5 mi	172	6.2
CHANCERY HIGH CHARTER Orlando	0.6 mi	388	3.4
OAK RIDGE HIGH Orlando	0.6 mi	2,562	5.4
BETHANY LEARNING ACADEMY Orlando	0.8 mi	120	6.0
PINE CASTLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando	0.8 mi	243	7.9
CHANGING LIVES ACADEMY INC. Orlando	0.9 mi	91	7.8
PALMETTO ELEMENTARY Orlando	0.9 mi	835	6.4
CALVARY CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Orlando	1.1 mi	316	6.9
WAY OF WISDOM ACADEMY Orlando	1.3 mi	31	5.1
LANCASTER ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.3 mi	574	5.4
ACADEMY FOR AUTISM Orlando	1.3 mi	60	7.4
JUDSON B WALKER MIDDLE Orlando	1.4 mi	897	4.2
WINEGARD ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.6 mi	667	4.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ORLANDO Orlando	1.7 mi	47	5.2
WESTRIDGE MIDDLE Orlando	1.6 mi	1,201	5.2
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY CHARTER Belle Isle	1.7 mi	987	8.6
CORNERSTONE CHARTER ACADEMY HIGH Belle Isle	1.7 mi	572	7.7
SADLER ELEMENTARY Orlando	2.0 mi	722	5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32839 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,814

Median Home Value

$250,800

Median Rent

$1,429/mo

Population

51,807

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

25.6%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

25%

Median Age

32.7

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MIAMI UNION ACADEMY OF SDA North Miami, FL	280	5.2
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orlando, FL	194	5.2
REAL ACADEMY (REACHING EVERY ADOLESCENT LEARNER) Lakeland, FL	264	5.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Orlando Christian Academy

What grades does South Orlando Christian Academy serve?

South Orlando Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.

How many students attend South Orlando Christian Academy?

South Orlando Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Orlando Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at South Orlando Christian Academy is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does South Orlando Christian Academy rank in FL?

South Orlando Christian Academy ranks #1,217 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is South Orlando Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

South Orlando Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is South Orlando Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, South Orlando 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 South Orlando Christian Academy a religious school?

South Orlando Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 70 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 58 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment: 322
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 18
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Orange County
Phone: (407) 859-9511

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