Southside Christian Academy in Saint Petersburg, FL serves 73 co鈥揺d students from kindergarten through grade 5 in a city鈥揵ased setting.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 12:1 with 6 total teachers supporting its regular elementary program.
Founded with a Christian orientation, Southside Christian Academy is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
The student body is 100% students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% in Florida private schools for diversity.
Tuition rates align regionally, within the context of Saint Petersburg's average elementary private school costs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Southside Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Student Body
Total Students
73 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Southside Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Southside Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 91制片厂s
The nearest high school to Southside Christian Academy is King Queen Christian School For All Stude (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Mt. Moriah Christian Fundamental Academy (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Creative Play Children's Learning Center (1.6 miles away)
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(727) 460-1851
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(727) 323-5320
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(727) 322-0800
Saint Petersburg, FL 33712
(727) 322-0800
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(727) 894-0140
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(727) 894-0140
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