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#1045 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Southwest Florida Christian Academy

School

3750 COLONIAL BLVD, Fort Myers, FL 33966

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

730

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

730

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,045 of 1,462

In Fort Myers

#10 of 13

public schools

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About Southwest Florida Christian Academy

Southwest Florida Christian Academy is a private school in Fort Myers, FL. Southwest Florida Christian Academy serves approximately 730 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Florida Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,045 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.6 pts below FL schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Southwest Florida 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 Southwest Florida Christian Academy compares to 46 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Myers, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.4:1

This School

21.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

730

This School

784

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.7

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 15.5% vs 0%

Black 8.1% vs 0%

Asian 2.7% vs 0%

Southwest Florida Christian Academy Fort Myers Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Southwest Florida Christian Academy (this school)	—	730	15.4:1	5.7
COLONIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	655	22.6:1	4.1
PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.2 mi	995	22.1:1	4.5
RAY V. POTTORF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	652	17.6:1	5.9
COUNTY WIDE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD PROGRAMS	1.3 mi	81	—:1	6.0
LEE COUNTY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE	1.3 mi	737	21.1:1	4.6
CITY OF PALMS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL	1.4 mi	136	34:1	3.8
FORT MYERS MIDDLE ACADEMY	2.6 mi	572	17.9:1	4.7
ORANGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	586	22.5:1	3.8
DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL	2.7 mi	1,762	22:1	5.1
VILLAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.8 mi	847	15.7:1	4.3
ALLEN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	890	17.1:1	3.2
FORT MYERS ACADEMY	3.1 mi	18	18:1	—
TREELINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.1 mi	1,127	20.1:1	6.3
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	3.1 mi	52	17.3:1	4.2
TANGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.1 mi	749	22:1	6.0
LEE COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES	3.2 mi	144	—:1	—
FORT MYERS HIGH SCHOOL	3.5 mi	1,850	25:1	5.9
ROYAL PALM EXCEPTIONAL SCHOOL CENTER	3.6 mi	120	5:1	5.7
YOUNG PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAM	3.6 mi	58	8.3:1	5.7
SUCCESS ACADEMY	3.6 mi	98	7:1	5.6

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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 3.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,350

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 46%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.6 / 10

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Enrollment 730

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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 70.3%

Hispanic 15.5%

Black 8.1%

Asian 2.7%

Two or More 2.1%

Native American 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3750 COLONIAL BLVD, Fort Myers, FL 33966

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southwest Florida Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. DE LASALLE ACADEMY OF FORT MYERS (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COUNTY WIDE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD PROGRAMS (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EVANGELICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
COLONIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Myers	1.1 mi	655	4.1
PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Myers	1.2 mi	995	4.5
RAY V. POTTORF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Myers	1.2 mi	652	5.9
COUNTY WIDE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD PROGRAMS Fort Myers	1.3 mi	81	6.0
LEE COUNTY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Fort Myers	1.3 mi	737	4.6
CITY OF PALMS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Fort Myers	1.4 mi	136	3.8
PACE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Ft. Myers	1.8 mi	60	5.8
EVANGELICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Myers	2.2 mi	934	5.5
ST MICHAEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Myers	2.3 mi	362	4.7
DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL Fort Myers	2.7 mi	1,762	5.1
FORT MYERS MIDDLE ACADEMY Fort Myers	2.6 mi	572	4.7
HIBERNIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Fort Myers	2.5 mi	35	6.2
ORANGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Myers	2.7 mi	586	3.8
VILLAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Myers	2.8 mi	847	4.3
SW FL ADDICTION SERVICES-THE VINCE SMITH CENTER Ft. Myers	3.0 mi	6	—
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT MYERS Fort Myers	2.9 mi	6	—
APOSTOLIC REVIVAL CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Myers	3.2 mi	24	—
CORONADO HIGH SCHOOL Ft. Myers	2.9 mi	320	3.0
FORT MYERS ACADEMY Fort Myers	3.1 mi	18	—
DE LASALLE ACADEMY OF FORT MYERS Fort Myers	3.2 mi	122	7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33966 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,812

Median Home Value

$362,400

Median Rent

$1,743/mo

Population

11,901

College Educated

44.4%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

42.7

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FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Naples, FL	764	5.7
SURFSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Panama City Beach, FL	825	5.7
HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL ACADEMY Melbourne, FL	876	5.8
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Deltona, FL	601	5.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southwest Florida Christian Academy

What grades does Southwest Florida Christian Academy serve?

Southwest Florida Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Southwest Florida Christian Academy?

Southwest Florida Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 730 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Florida Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Florida Christian Academy is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Southwest Florida Christian Academy rank in FL?

Southwest Florida Christian Academy ranks #1,045 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Southwest Florida Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Southwest Florida Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Southwest Florida Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Southwest Florida Christian Academy 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 Southwest Florida Christian Academy a religious school?

Southwest Florida Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 35 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 730
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 47
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Lee County
Phone: (239) 936-8865

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