Peniel Baptist Academy (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: 235 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,500
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Peniel Baptist Academy 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	Peniel Baptist Academy
Pre-K	40
Kind	16
1	16
2	16
3	12
4	15
5	14
6	14
7	20
8	18
9	20
10	15
11	15
12	4

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1971

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

235 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

98%

Average Class Size

18 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Modest Dress Code

Advanced Courses

Honors CoursesJoint Enrollment Courses at SJRCC

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,500

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Tuition Notes

Preschool is based on half or full day. K-3rd: $8200. 4th -6th: $7500. 7th-8th: $7800. 9th-12th: $7800.

% on Financial Aid

21%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$7,700

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Bill Evans

Admissions Associate

Terrie Beach

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BaseballCheering

Cross CountrySoftball

VolleyballWeightlifting

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Athletics Booster ClubMission Trips

Student Council

Club or Organization:

Jr. and Sr. Beta Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Art Club

School Notes

Peniel Baptist Academy is a ministry of Peniel Baptist Church.
PBA is fully accredited by the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools serving 2 year olds through 12th grade.
We use the Bob Jones Curriculum and have degreed, Christian teachers.
PBA..."Educating Students to Glory of God!".

PBA accepts the VPK4 Scholarship for 4 years olds!
PBA has high standardized test scores.
PBA has before and after school daycare available from 7am-6pm

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Peniel Baptist Academy cost?

Peniel Baptist Academy's tuition is approximately $3,500 for private students.

What schools are Peniel Baptist Academy often compared to?

Peniel Baptist Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Peniel Baptist Academy?

The acceptance rate of Peniel Baptist Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

What sports does Peniel Baptist Academy offer?

Peniel Baptist Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Cheering, Cross Country, Softball, Volleyball and Weightlifting.

What is Peniel Baptist Academy's ranking?

Peniel Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Peniel Baptist Academy?

The application deadline for Peniel Baptist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 7/21/2018

After years of trying to find a school that fit my grandson needs. My grandson now goes to penal baptist academy. From day one,we were made to feel welcome the staff is very friendly and supportive.they worked hard to make sur he was on track for graduation,even offered tutoring. He is now a thriving student who loves school and has been able to make friends and is included by other students in activities thanks much to facility/ staff

- Posted by Parent - J

5 12/7/2015

my daughter goes to Penial academy and it is the best thing that ever happened to her.she was making d&e s at the public school now she is on A&B honor roll. what difference in the education she is getting.I am so honored to be able to have my girl there.THANK YOU PENIAL FOR ALL YOU DO FOR OUR KIDS.

- Posted by Parent - marie

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The average private school tuition in Florida is $12,451 for elementary schools and $13,415 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Florida is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).