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#1093 of 1,462 private schools in FL

West Coast Christian Academy

School

1112 49TH AVE E, Bradenton, FL 34203

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,093 of 1,462

In Bradenton

#13 of 18

public schools

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About West Coast Christian Academy

West Coast Christian Academy is a private school in Bradenton, FL. West Coast Christian Academy serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. West Coast Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,093 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.8 pts below FL schools

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 55 students, West Coast 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.

West Coast 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 West Coast Christian Academy compares to 50 public schools serving similar grades in Bradenton, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.2:1

This School

16.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

645

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.5

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 49.1% vs 0%

Black 32.7% vs 0%

White 18.2% vs 0%

West Coast Christian Academy Bradenton Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
West Coast Christian Academy (this school)	—	55	16.2:1	5.5
PALMSHORES BEHAVIOR HEALTH CENTER	0.8 mi	78	78:1	4.8
SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL	0.9 mi	1,641	20:1	4.5
ONECO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	599	13:1	5.8
WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION	1.1 mi	918	15:1	8.8
SAMOSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	576	15.6:1	6.6
MANATEE CHARTER SCHOOL	1.5 mi	594	15.2:1	7.2
ROWLETT MIDDLE ACADEMY	1.6 mi	662	17.9:1	8.7
BLANCHE H. DAUGHTREY ELEMENTARY	1.7 mi	693	15.4:1	6.3
VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY	1.7 mi	70	10:1	8.9
LOUISE R JOHNSON K-8 SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES	1.8 mi	913	14.7:1	9.4
AMIKIDS MANATEE	1.9 mi	40	13.3:1	6.1
ACCESS TO EDUCATION	1.9 mi	51	5.7:1	5.5
SCH OFACADEMIC & BEHAVIORAL LEARNING EXC (SABLE) GRADE COD	1.9 mi	9	2.2:1	—
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	2.2 mi	80	40:1	2.9
HORIZONS ACADEMY	2.2 mi	571	26:1	4.5
TEAM SUCCESS A SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE	2.3 mi	1,310	17.2:1	8.1
G D ROGERS GARDEN- BULLOCK ELEMENTARY	2.5 mi	464	12.2:1	6.1
JUST FOR GIRLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	30	5:1	7.6
STATE COLLEGE OF FLORIDA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL	2.7 mi	485	24.2:1	8.7
BAYSHORE HIGH SCHOOL	2.7 mi	1,464	20.9:1	3.5

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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 3.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 62%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Enrollment 55

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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 49.1%

Black 32.7%

White 18.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1112 49TH AVE E, Bradenton, FL 34203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Coast Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREP SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACCESS TO EDUCATION (rated 5.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
GULFCOAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradenton	0.5 mi	25	—
PALMSHORES BEHAVIOR HEALTH CENTER Bradenton	0.8 mi	78	4.8
SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL Bradenton	0.9 mi	1,641	4.5
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradenton	1.0 mi	323	7.7
ONECO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	0.9 mi	599	5.8
WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION Bradenton	1.1 mi	918	8.8
SAMOSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	1.2 mi	576	6.6
AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREP SCHOOL Bradenton	1.6 mi	69	7.2
BLANCHE H. DAUGHTREY ELEMENTARY Bradenton	1.7 mi	693	6.3
MANATEE CHARTER SCHOOL Bradenton	1.5 mi	594	7.2
ROWLETT MIDDLE ACADEMY Bradenton	1.6 mi	662	8.7
VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY Bradenton	1.7 mi	70	8.9
LOUISE R JOHNSON K-8 SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Bradenton	1.8 mi	913	9.4
ACCESS TO EDUCATION Bradenton	1.9 mi	51	5.5
SCH OFACADEMIC & BEHAVIORAL LEARNING EXC (SABLE) GRADE COD Bradenton	1.9 mi	9	—
AMIKIDS MANATEE Bradenton	1.9 mi	40	6.1
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Bradenton	2.2 mi	80	2.9
HORIZONS ACADEMY Bradenton	2.2 mi	571	4.5
SPARK ALC Bradenton	2.1 mi	34	5.2
SPARK ALC Bradenton	2.1 mi	32	5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,030

Median Home Value

$302,500

Median Rent

$1,437/mo

Population

39,109

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

50.8

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
ACCESS TO EDUCATION Bradenton, FL	51	5.5
BOYSTOWN Miami, FL	68	5.5
CREATIVE PATHWAYS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Edgewater, FL	67	5.5
ENDEAVOR SCHOOL Lake Mary, FL	36	5.5
ESTHER'S SCHOOL BELL Bell, FL	50	5.5
HARDEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Wauchula, FL	35	5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Coast Christian Academy

What grades does West Coast Christian Academy serve?

West Coast Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend West Coast Christian Academy?

West Coast Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Coast Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at West Coast Christian Academy is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does West Coast Christian Academy rank in FL?

West Coast Christian Academy ranks #1,093 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is West Coast Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

West Coast Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is West Coast Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, West Coast Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is West Coast Christian Academy a religious school?

West Coast Christian Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 33 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 55
Gender Split: 64% M / 36% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Manatee County
Phone: (941) 755-9667

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