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Harvest Community School

8301 Fort Caroline Road Jacksonville, FL 32277

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 279 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Harvest Community School Photo #1 - Harvest has earned accreditation for Comprehensive Student Wellbeing from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards
Harvest Community School Photo #2 - Preparing to perform with the EPCOT Candlelight Processional
Harvest Community School Photo #3 - Class of 2022
Harvest Community School Photo #4 - Baptism at High School Spiritual Retreat
Harvest Community School Photo #5 - August 2022 - Opening and dedication of our new building
Harvest Community School Photo #6 - Spring musical 2023
Harvest Community School Photo #7 - Lower School Musical Performance
Harvest Community School Photo #8 - 2025 Musical
Harvest Community School Photo #9 - 2025 See You at the Pole
Harvest Community School Photo #10 - 2024 SSAA State Runner Up - Volleyball
Harvest Community School Photo #11 - Class of 2024
Harvest Community School Photo #12 - Middle School Soccer
Harvest Community School Photo #13 - 2024 Musical
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 279 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Harvest Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
279 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
American History, APAP Physics
Dual Enrollment AlgebraDual Enrollment Biology
Dual Enrollment EnglishDual Enrollment Literature
Dual Enrollment StatisticsDual Enrollment Strategies for Life and Success
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by department, please see our website for tuition and fee amounts
Admissions Director
D. Walding
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
9 sports
School Mascot
Warriors

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Classes at all grade levelsBeginning and Advanced Photography Classes
Chorus and Drama classes with a Spring Musical performanceFourth and Fifth Grade Chorus


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports 2nd through 6th grade

School Notes

  • Harvest combines three days of on-campus classroom instruction with two days of home school in Kindergarten through 7th grade. Eighth grade also attends core classes on campus on Thursday morning and has Thursday afternoon and Friday for homeschool. High School has class four days per week on campus and one at home. Some classes in High School are offered on a block schedule.
  • Dual Enrollment with Florida State College at Jacksonville is available to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors.
  • Harvest is a private, Christian school - not a homeschool co-op or umbrella school.
  • Harvest participates in the Florida scholarship programs of the Florida Tax Credit and the Florida Empowerment for Educational Opportunities.
  • Thank you for your interest in Harvest Community School! When making inquiries, please let us know the grade level your children will be entering.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Jackson Wilcox, graduated in 2014 with a Sports Management Degree from Florida State University -
    • Lindsey Wilcox, graduated in 2016 with a degree in Tourism, Recreation and Event Planning from FSU -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Harvest Community School?
Harvest Community School famous alumni include: Jackson Wilcox, graduated in 2014 with a Sports Management Degree from Florida State University and Lindsey Wilcox, graduated in 2016 with a degree in Tourism, Recreation and Event Planning from FSU.
What sports does Harvest Community School offer?
Harvest Community School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Harvest Community School's ranking?
Harvest Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Harvest Community School?
The application deadline for Harvest Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Harvest Community School located?
Harvest Community School is located in the Gilmore neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.

School Reviews

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I have attended to this school since Kindergarten. Currently i am a 9th Grader and I will say that this school is the only and best school i have been too. They are welcoming and Fun. You get to know you fellow students and teachers. I would recommend this school to anyone who is looking for a private non-denominational school
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