Below Average

#1359 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Southside Christian Academy

Elementary School

3647 18TH AVE, St. Petersburg, FL 33711

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,359 of 1,462

In St. Petersburg

#30 of 30

public schools

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About Southside Christian Academy

Southside Christian Academy is a private elementary school in St. Petersburg, FL. Southside Christian Academy serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Southside Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,359 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares2.1 pts below FL schools

4.5

This school 4.5 · Below Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 79 students, Southside Christian Academy 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.

Southside 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Southside Christian Academy compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in St. Petersburg, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.2:1

This School

13.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

457

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.5

This School

7.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 96.2% vs 0%

Southside Christian Academy St. Petersburg Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Southside Christian Academy (this school)	—	79	13.2:1	4.5
DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY	0.4 mi	559	14.7:1	8.2
FAIRMOUNT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	459	16.4:1	6.5
LAKEVIEW FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY	1.0 mi	316	12.6:1	6.1
JAMES B. SANDERLIN K-8	1.1 mi	816	15.1:1	9.3
PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	569	12.4:1	5.5
MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	363	14.5:1	8.0
MAXIMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.0 mi	372	16.2:1	6.7
MIDTOWN ACADEMY	2.1 mi	366	12.2:1	9.6
CAMPBELL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	462	12.5:1	8.4
BEAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	265	13.2:1	8.6
MOUNT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	373	12.9:1	7.2
BAY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.8 mi	401	11.8:1	6.3
LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	440	13.8:1	8.4
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	256	11.1:1	7.4
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.2 mi	430	14.3:1	6.7
BAY VISTA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	601	14.3:1	8.2
PASADENA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	463	14.9:1	8.4
NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.8 mi	659	13.2:1	6.5
WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.0 mi	539	16.3:1	7.4
AZALEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.3 mi	451	12.9:1	7.7

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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- 4.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

C 3.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 7%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.7 / 10

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Enrollment 79

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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 96.2%

Two or More 3.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3647 18TH AVE, St. Petersburg, FL 33711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southside Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JAMES B. SANDERLIN K-8 (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MT MORIAH CHRISTIAN FUNDAMENTAL ACADEMY St. Petersburg	0.1 mi	50	5.4
DIVINE ACADEMY OF LEARNING St. Petersburg	0.2 mi	8	—
THURGOOD MARSHALL FUNDAMENTAL St. Petersburg	0.3 mi	790	7.6
DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY St. Petersburg	0.4 mi	559	8.2
GIBBS HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg	0.7 mi	1,131	6.7
FAIRMOUNT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	1.0 mi	459	6.5
LAKEVIEW FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY St. Petersburg	1.0 mi	316	6.1
JAMES B. SANDERLIN K-8 St. Petersburg	1.1 mi	816	9.3
ACADEMY PREP CENTER OF ST PETERSBURG St. Petersburg	1.1 mi	142	6.6
PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	1.2 mi	569	5.5
GULFPORT MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport	1.2 mi	379	6.9
DISSTON ACADEMY Gulfport	1.3 mi	101	6.6
ELIM JUNIOR ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER St. Petersburg	1.5 mi	40	4.7
MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Petersburg	1.5 mi	79	5.6
WALDEN SCHOOL Gulfport	1.5 mi	16	—
SUNFLOWER PRIVATE SCHOOL Gulfport	1.5 mi	36	6.0
CREATIVE PLAY CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Gulfport	1.5 mi	4	—
MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	1.6 mi	363	8.0
JOHN HOPKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg	1.8 mi	791	6.4
BOCA CIEGA HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport	1.8 mi	1,211	6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,295

Median Home Value

$253,100

Median Rent

$1,819/mo

Population

18,347

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.2%

Median Age

38.5

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale, FL	83	4.5
BB C CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pensacola, FL	69	4.6
BROWARD VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Coconut Creek, FL	84	4.6
CHANTY LEARNING CENTER INC/WE LOVE KIDS Hialeah, FL	91	4.4
CRAYONS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Davie, FL	64	4.6
ST. PETER'S ACADEMY Vero Beach, FL	92	4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southside Christian Academy

What grades does Southside Christian Academy serve?

Southside Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Southside Christian Academy?

Southside Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Southside Christian Academy is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Southside Christian Academy rank in FL?

Southside Christian Academy ranks #1,359 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Southside Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Southside Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Southside Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Southside 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 Southside Christian Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 45 Some Transit
Bike Score: 79 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment: 79
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Pinellas County
Phone: (727) 327-2691

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