Below Average
#792 of 883 private schools in TX
First Baptist Academy
Elementary School
350 HWY 96 S, Silsbee, TX 77656
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#792 of 883
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First Baptist Academy
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About First Baptist Academy
First Baptist Academy is a private elementary school in Silsbee, TX. First Baptist Academy serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. First Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #792 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, First Baptist 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.
At 9:1 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
BetaHow First Baptist Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Silsbee, TX
Student Demographics
All Schools in Silsbee
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Baptist Academy (this school) | 4.7 |
| SILSBEE EL | 3.9 |
| LAURA REEVES PRI | 7.3 |
| EDWARDS-JOHNSON MEMORIAL MIDDLE | 4.0 |
| SILSBEE H S | 4.8 |
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 TX.
Data Unavailable
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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 TX
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
350 HWY 96 S, Silsbee, TX 77656
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Baptist Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAURA REEVES PRI (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KOUNTZE INT (rated 7.2/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Kountze), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUMBERTON INT (rated 5.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Lumberton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Silsbee, see our Silsbee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SILSBEE EL Silsbee | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| LAURA REEVES PRI Silsbee | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| EDWARDS-JOHNSON MEMORIAL MIDDLE Silsbee | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| SILSBEE H S Silsbee | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| LUMBERTON PRI Lumberton | 6.4 mi | 5.4 |
| LUMBERTON INT Lumberton | 6.4 mi | 5.5 |
| LUMBERTON H S Lumberton | 6.7 mi | 6.8 |
| HARDIN CO ALTER ED Lumberton | 6.7 mi | — |
| LUMBERTON MIDDLE Lumberton | 6.8 mi | 5.7 |
| EVADALE EL Evadale | 6.1 mi | 5.5 |
| EVADALE H S Evadale | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| EVADALE J H Evadale | 6.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LUMBERTON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCH Lumberton | 7.6 mi | 5.0 |
| KOUNTZE EL Kountze | 7.8 mi | 3.6 |
| KOUNTZE INT Kountze | 7.9 mi | 7.2 |
| HARDIN CO ALTER ED Kountze | 8.2 mi | — |
| KOUNTZE H S Kountze | 9.3 mi | 7.9 |
| KOUNTZE MIDDLE Kountze | 9.5 mi | 6.9 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - BEAUMONT Lewisville | 12.6 mi | 1.9 |
| HOMER DR EL Beaumont | 13.1 mi | 1.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,084
Median Home Value
$114,100
Median Rent
$974/mo
Population
17,132
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
41.1
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|---|---|
| CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Braunfels, TX | 4.7 |
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| ESSENCE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio, TX | 4.7 |
| LA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL El Paso, TX | 4.7 |
| OILTON EL Bruni, TX | 4.7 |
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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 Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend First Baptist Academy?
First Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Baptist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at First Baptist Academy is 9:1. 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 TX?
First Baptist Academy ranks #792 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is First Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
First Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 128 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Hardin County
- Phone
- (409) 385-2819
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