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#832 of 1,462 private schools in FL
St Paul Christian School
Elementary School
1407 JOHN SIMS PKWY E, Niceville, FL 32578
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#832 of 1,462
In Niceville
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Paul Christian School
Elementary School in Niceville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Paul Christian School
St Paul Christian School is a private elementary school in Niceville, FL. St Paul Christian School serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #832 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 58 students, St Paul Christian School 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, St Paul Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Paul 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Paul Christian School compares to the 6 public schools in Niceville, FL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Niceville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Christian School (this school) | 6.2 |
| JAMES E PLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| NICEVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| C. W. RUCKEL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL AT NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE | 6.7 |
| LULA J. EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1407 JOHN SIMS PKWY E, Niceville, FL 32578
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JAMES E PLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DESTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Destin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Niceville, see our Niceville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,858
Median Home Value
$414,900
Median Rent
$1,744/mo
Population
33,948
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Christian School
What grades does St Paul Christian School serve?
St Paul Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Paul Christian School?
St Paul Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Christian School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul Christian School rank in FL?
St Paul Christian School ranks #832 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is St Paul Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul Christian School a private school?
Yes, St Paul Christian 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 St Paul Christian School a religious school?
St Paul Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 58
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Okaloosa County
- Phone
- (850) 678-1298
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