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#1063 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Turning Point Christian Academy

Elementary School

3500 STATE ROAD 16, St. Augustine, FL 32092

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

241

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

241

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,063 of 1,462

In St. Augustine

#7 of 7

public schools

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About Turning Point Christian Academy

Turning Point Christian Academy is a private elementary school in St. Augustine, FL. Turning Point Christian Academy serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio.

Turning Point Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,063 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.0 pts below FL schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Turning Point 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.

Turning Point Christian Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Turning Point Christian Academy compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in St. Augustine, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

This School

18.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

241

This School

650

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

7.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 6.2% vs 0%

Black 3.3% vs 0%

Asian 2.9% vs 0%

Turning Point Christian Academy St. Augustine Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Turning Point Christian Academy (this school)	—	241	13:1	5.6
THERAPEUTIC LEARNING CENTER	2.3 mi	15	15:1	—
MILL CREEK ACADEMY	3.9 mi	1,988	18.1:1	8.2
PICOLATA CROSSING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.0 mi	1,000	15.9:1	7.1
PACETTI BAY MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.1 mi	1,535	20.5:1	7.6
ST. JOHNS VIRTUAL FRANCHISE	5.3 mi	347	17.4:1	7.1
ST. JOHNS TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL	5.3 mi	208	12.2:1	6.2
R J MURRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL	5.7 mi	745	15.5:1	7.7
WARDS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.9 mi	1,210	15.5:1	7.4
JAMES A. WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.0 mi	532	11.8:1	8.5
PALENCIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.1 mi	708	15.1:1	9.5
SEBASTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL	6.1 mi	633	16.7:1	8.0
CROOKSHANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.2 mi	662	12:1	8.7
THE EVELYN HAMBLEN CENTER	7.2 mi	41	3.4:1	4.4
GAINES ALTERNATIVE AT HAMBLEN	7.2 mi	67	—:1	4.0
ST. AUGUSTINE PUBLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL (SAPMS)	7.2 mi	130	130:1	2.5
OSCEOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	7.2 mi	688	13:1	8.9
DEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FSDB)	7.2 mi	85	5.3:1	7.1
DEAF MIDDLE SCHOOL (FSDB)	7.2 mi	80	5.7:1	7.0
BLIND PK-8 SCHOOL (FSDB)	7.2 mi	66	4.1:1	6.0
KETTERLINUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	7.5 mi	398	12.8:1	9.1

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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- 4.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 28%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 241

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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 84.6%

Hispanic 6.2%

Black 3.3%

Asian 2.9%

Pacific Islander 2.1%

Two or More 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3500 STATE ROAD 16, St. Augustine, FL 32092

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Turning Point Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALENCIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OSCEOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 7.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CROOKSHANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 6.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Augustine, see our St. Augustine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST. JOHNS COMMUNITY CAMPUS St. Augustine	2.3 mi	64	3.8
THERAPEUTIC LEARNING CENTER St. Augustine	2.3 mi	15	—
TOCOI CREEK HIGH SCHOOL St. Augustine	3.9 mi	2,375	4.4
MILL CREEK ACADEMY St. Augustine	3.9 mi	1,988	8.2
PICOLATA CROSSING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine	4.0 mi	1,000	7.1
PACETTI BAY MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Augustine	4.1 mi	1,535	7.6
FIRST COAST TECHNICAL COLLEGE St. Augustine	5.3 mi	51	—
ST. JOHNS TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL St. Augustine	5.3 mi	208	6.2
ST. JOHNS VIRTUAL FRANCHISE St. Augustine	5.3 mi	347	7.1
LIFE WORK/PROJECT SEARCH St. Augustine	5.3 mi	92	3.6
PALENCIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine	6.1 mi	708	9.5
R J MURRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Augustine	5.7 mi	745	7.7
ST. AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL St. Augustine	5.6 mi	1,695	6.2
WARDS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine	5.9 mi	1,210	7.4
JAMES A. WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine	6.0 mi	532	8.5
SEBASTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Augustine	6.1 mi	633	8.0
CROOKSHANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine	6.2 mi	662	8.7
VICTORY PREPARATORY SCHOOL St. Augustine	6.5 mi	161	7.1
THE PIONEER SCHOOL St. Augustine	6.6 mi	32	7.1
OSCEOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine	7.2 mi	688	8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,655

Median Home Value

$464,800

Median Rent

$2,087/mo

Population

48,288

College Educated

49.1%

Homeownership

88.4%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Turning Point Christian Academy

What grades does Turning Point Christian Academy serve?

Turning Point Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Turning Point Christian Academy?

Turning Point Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Turning Point Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Turning Point Christian Academy is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Turning Point Christian Academy rank in FL?

Turning Point Christian Academy ranks #1,063 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Turning Point Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Turning Point Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Turning Point Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Turning Point 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 Turning Point Christian Academy a religious school?

Turning Point Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 26 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 241
Gender Split: 63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Teachers (FTE): 19
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Fringe Rural
County: St. Johns County
Phone: (904) 824-0744

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