Average
#620 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 42% of private schools
Sunshine School of Individualized Learning
School
8730 WATERFRONT TER, Jacksonville, FL 32217
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
1.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
1.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#620 of 1,462
In Jacksonville
#35 of 79
public schools
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Sunshine School of Individualized Learning
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About Sunshine School of Individualized Learning
Sunshine School of Individualized Learning is a private school in Jacksonville, FL. Sunshine School of Individualized Learning serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 1.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunshine School of Individualized Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #620 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Sunshine School of Individualized Learning 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 1.7:1 students to teachers, Sunshine School of Individualized Learning sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sunshine School of Individualized Learning 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 Sunshine School of Individualized Learning compares to 192 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sunshine School of Individualized Learning (this school) | 6.6 |
| BEAUCLERC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| SAN JOSE PREP | 5.3 |
| SAN JOSE PRIMARY SCHOOL | 1.6 |
| RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY INNOVATION SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| KINGS TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.2 |
| CROWN POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| DUVAL CHARTER AT BAYMEADOWS | 6.0 |
| DUVAL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL AT BAYMEADOWS | 5.8 |
| SAMUEL W. WOLFSON HIGH SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| ALFRED I. DUPONT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| MANDARIN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| DUVAL CHARTER SCHOOL AT MANDARIN | 5.7 |
| FLORIDA CYBER CHARTER ACADEMY AT OSCEOLA | 4.6 |
| FLORIDA CYBER CHARTER ACADEMY | 3.9 |
| MANDARIN OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| FLORIDA CYBER CHARTER ACADEMY AT CLAY | 6.3 |
| SEASIDE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY AT MANDARIN | 8.8 |
| SAN JOSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| GATEWAY COMMUNITY SERVICES | — |
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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
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
8730 WATERFRONT TER, Jacksonville, FL 32217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunshine School of Individualized Learning may also want to explore other schools in the area. SAMUEL W. WOLFSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY INNOVATION SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BAYMEADOWS BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,742
Median Home Value
$291,300
Median Rent
$1,190/mo
Population
21,084
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
37.2
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| AVENGERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lakeland, FL | 6.6 |
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| EAGLE NEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Panama City, FL | 6.6 |
| GOLDEN BRANCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Hill, FL | 6.6 |
| GRACE AND FAITH INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Hollywood, FL | 6.6 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF JACKSONVILLE Jacksonville, FL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunshine School of Individualized Learning
What grades does Sunshine School of Individualized Learning serve?
Sunshine School of Individualized Learning serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Sunshine School of Individualized Learning?
Sunshine School of Individualized Learning has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunshine School of Individualized Learning?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunshine School of Individualized Learning is 1.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sunshine School of Individualized Learning rank in FL?
Sunshine School of Individualized Learning ranks #620 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Sunshine School of Individualized Learning's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunshine School of Individualized Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunshine School of Individualized Learning a private school?
Yes, Sunshine School of Individualized Learning is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sunshine School of Individualized Learning a religious school?
No, Sunshine School of Individualized Learning is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 37% M / 63% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- (904) 945-8594
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