Northside Christian School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 769 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Northside Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Northside Christian School
Pre-K	52
Kind	43
1	42
2	50
3	43
4	60
5	38
6	57
7	64
8	48
9	83
10	67
11	59
12	63

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Year Founded

1971

School Calendar

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2016

Student Body

Total Students

769 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

26%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

72 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

37%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform polo shirt

Number of AP Courses

12 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

AP American GovernmentAP Biology

AP CalculusAP Chemistry

AP EconomicsAP English

AP LiteratureAP Spanish

AP World HistoryDual Credit: General Psychology

Dual Credit: Personality DevelopmentDual Credit: Religion in America

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,000

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Tuition Notes

Preschool $4,100 - $6,670 Elementary $9,000 - $10,750 Middle School $10,750 - $11,275 High School $11,800 - 12,800

% on Financial Aid

15%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,000

Admissions Director

Mrs. Tessa Madasz

Admissions Associate

Mrs. Heather Lasseter

Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

DivingDrill Team

Flag FootballFootball

GolfLacrosse

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

WeightliftingWrestling

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Intramural Sports for Elementary StudentsMinistry Opportunities

Royal Ambassador Marching BandService Clubs

Spring MusicalWinter Guard

Winter Percussion

School Notes

Northside Christian School, as a ministry of Northside Baptist Church, opened its first classrooms in 1971.
Northside Christian School is a Christ-centered school of excellence.
Northside Christian School, in partnership with families, exists to equip students to reach their God-given potential through outstanding academic and extra-curricular programs within a Christ-centered environment.

Northside Christian School is a wonderful place of learning. As you walk the halls on campus you will experience a spirit of friendliness, excitement and pride that we believe exemplifies the reality of who we are. It`s a family feel, where acceptance, love, nurturing and guidance abound. Our enthusiastic and talented teachers set high standards for learning and reasonable expectations for each student.We strive to present a wellness model for our students which encompass all the areas of their development intellectual, emotional, social, physical and spiritual. With an award-winning Fine Arts Program students at an early age are given opportunities for self expression through making music and creating art. A strong competitive Athletic Program allows students to develop team building and leadership skills. Our curriculum, co-curriculum programs and Bible teaching combine to help each learner achieve his/her highest potential.
Northside Christian School seeks to admit students whose parents desire a quality Christian education for their child. The curriculum is planned to meet the needs of the average to above average student. We accept students with a composite stanine score of 5 or higher (on the most recent achievement test) with no stanine lower than 4. The school is not equipped to meet the needs of students with excessive learning difficulties nor those with extensive social problems. All new students are considered on probation (academic/social) for the first quarter. Before making application, please review your child`s academic records in light of the above criteria. If you need clarification, please contact the admissions office.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northside Christian School cost?

Northside Christian School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.

What sports does Northside Christian School offer?

Northside Christian School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Drill Team, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Northside Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.

What is Northside Christian School's ranking?

Northside Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Northside Christian School?

The application deadline for Northside Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Saint Petersburg, FL is $13,516 for elementary schools and $18,639 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Saint Petersburg, FL is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).