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#692 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 47% of private schools

The Way Christian Academy

School

1712 E BUSCH BLVD, Tampa, FL 33612

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

1st – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#692 of 1,462

In Tampa

#23 of 54

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About The Way Christian Academy

The Way Christian Academy is a private school in Tampa, FL. The Way Christian Academy serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Way Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #692 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 75 students, The Way 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.

The Way 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 The Way Christian Academy compares to 167 public schools serving similar grades in Tampa, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.3:1

This School

16.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

626

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 53.3% vs 0%

Black 40% vs 0%

White 4% vs 0%

Asian 2.7% vs 0%

The Way Christian Academy Tampa Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Way Christian Academy (this school)	—	75	10.3:1	6.5
DR CARTER G WOODSON K-8 SCHOOL	0.4 mi	829	15.9:1	5.8
NEW SPRINGS SCHOOLS	0.5 mi	384	13.7:1	4.6
SULPHUR SPRINGS K-8 SCHOOL	0.6 mi	623	17.8:1	5.0
WITTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	510	17.6:1	4.1
LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY	1.2 mi	127	21.2:1	4.1
SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	656	14:1	3.8
WEST UNIVERSITY CHARTER HIGH	1.4 mi	455	50.6:1	3.6
VILLAGE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY	1.5 mi	108	13.5:1	2.8
BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL	1.5 mi	593	17.4:1	8.2
CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	195	10.8:1	6.0
SLIGH MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.6 mi	574	19.1:1	5.9
CHAMBERLAIN HIGH SCHOOL	1.6 mi	1,234	21.6:1	3.6
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	689	13.2:1	5.4
IDEA VICTORY	1.7 mi	1,025	32:1	—
ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.7 mi	533	23.2:1	2.1
FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	387	13.8:1	4.2
EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL	1.8 mi	227	13.4:1	7.5
KIMBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	339	14.1:1	3.3
MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	664	15.1:1	5.5
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS	2.2 mi	167	7.3:1	5.0

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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+ 6.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.3:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 55%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.5 / 10

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Enrollment 75

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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)

Hispanic 53.3%

Black 40.0%

White 4.0%

Asian 2.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1712 E BUSCH BLVD, Tampa, FL 33612

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Way Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
DR CARTER G WOODSON K-8 SCHOOL Tampa	0.4 mi	829	5.8
NEW SPRINGS SCHOOLS Tampa	0.5 mi	384	4.6
SULPHUR SPRINGS K-8 SCHOOL Tampa	0.6 mi	623	5.0
WITTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.0 mi	510	4.1
SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.3 mi	656	3.8
LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa	1.2 mi	127	4.1
MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa	1.2 mi	74	7.5
WEST UNIVERSITY CHARTER HIGH Tampa	1.4 mi	455	3.6
VILLAGE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY Tampa	1.5 mi	108	2.8
BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa	1.5 mi	593	8.2
CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.5 mi	195	6.0
SLIGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa	1.6 mi	574	5.9
IDEA VICTORY Tampa	1.7 mi	1,025	—
FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.8 mi	387	4.2
EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL Tampa	1.8 mi	227	7.5
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.7 mi	689	5.4
CHAMBERLAIN HIGH SCHOOL Tampa	1.6 mi	1,234	3.6
ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa	1.7 mi	533	2.1
KIMBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.8 mi	339	3.3
MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	2.1 mi	664	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,919

Median Home Value

$249,600

Median Rent

$1,259/mo

Population

49,899

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

36.7%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

29%

Median Age

34.2

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
ABELS ACADEMY Clermont, FL	47	6.5
AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & ART CENTER Hialeah, FL	98	6.5
APPLIED BEHAVIOR EDU AND LIFESKILLS ACADEMY Clermont, FL	53	6.5
BROACH WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL	64	6.5
HEART TO HEART CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL	63	6.5
HOPE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Groveland, FL	98	6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Way Christian Academy

What grades does The Way Christian Academy serve?

The Way Christian Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend The Way Christian Academy?

The Way Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Way Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at The Way Christian Academy is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Way Christian Academy rank in FL?

The Way Christian Academy ranks #692 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is The Way Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

The Way Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Way Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, The Way 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 The Way Christian Academy a religious school?

The Way Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 40 Some Transit
Bike Score: 66 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 1st – 12th
Enrollment: 75
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Hillsborough County
Phone: (813) 252-8530

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