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#332 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 46% of private schools

First Baptist Academy

School

1111 E HWY 50, O Fallon, IL 62269

Private

Enrollment

263

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#332 of 716

In O Fallon

#1 of 2

public schools

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First Baptist Academy

6.5/10

School in O Fallon · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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5.9/10

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About First Baptist Academy

First Baptist Academy is a private school in O Fallon, IL. First Baptist Academy serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. First Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #332 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.1:1 students to teachers, First Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

First Baptist 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 First Baptist Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in O Fallon, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
263
This School
vs
718
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.1% vs 0%
Black 4.2% vs 0%
Asian 3% vs 0%
First Baptist Academy O Fallon Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
First Baptist Academy (this school) 6.5
Laverna Evans Elem School 6.7
O Fallon High School 5.9
Marie Schaefer Elem School 6.8
Estelle Kampmeyer Elem School 7.0
Amelia V Carriel Jr High 5.9
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch 7.5
Delores Moye Elem School 7.4
Fulton Jr High School 6.2
Dawn Elser Elementary School 4.5
Joseph Arthur Middle School 4.2

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 IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,098.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 263
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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 IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 84.8%
Hispanic 6.1%
Black 4.2%
Asian 3.0%
Two or More 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1111 E HWY 50, O Fallon, IL 62269

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering First Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wingate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Shiloh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scott Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Scott Air Force Base), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in O Fallon, see our O Fallon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Laverna Evans Elem School O Fallon 0.6 mi 6.7
O Fallon High School O Fallon 0.7 mi 5.9
Estelle Kampmeyer Elem School O Fallon 1.3 mi 7.0
Shiloh Middle School Shiloh 1.5 mi 6.4
Marie Schaefer Elem School O Fallon 1.3 mi 6.8
ST CLARE CATHOLIC SCHOOL O Fallon 1.3 mi 3.5
Amelia V Carriel Jr High O Fallon 1.7 mi 5.9
Shiloh Elementary School Shiloh 1.8 mi 6.4
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch O Fallon 2.1 mi 7.5
Delores Moye Elem School O Fallon 2.9 mi 7.4
Fulton Jr High School O Fallon 3.0 mi 6.2
Scott Elem School Scott Air Force Base 3.5 mi 7.8
Dawn Elser Elementary School O Fallon 3.1 mi 4.5
Joseph Arthur Middle School O Fallon 3.3 mi 4.2
Wingate Elementary School Shiloh 4.1 mi 8.8
Whiteside Middle School Belleville 3.8 mi 5.0
Whiteside Elem School Belleville 4.4 mi 5.1
Lebanon Elem School Lebanon 4.4 mi 7.5
Lebanon High School Lebanon 4.6 mi 6.0
Pontiac Jr High School Fairview Heights 4.5 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62269 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,167

Median Home Value

$274,200

Median Rent

$1,258/mo

Population

35,536

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about First Baptist Academy

What grades does First Baptist Academy serve?

First Baptist Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend First Baptist Academy?

First Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at First Baptist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at First Baptist Academy is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does First Baptist Academy rank in IL?

First Baptist Academy ranks #332 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is First Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

First Baptist 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 First Baptist Academy a private school?

Yes, First Baptist 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 First Baptist Academy a religious school?

First Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
263
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
169 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Clair County

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