Fernandina Beach Christian Academy vs. Faith Christian Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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Overview
From the moment you walk on our campus, located on beautiful Amelia Island, you can feel the love that teachers have for each student.
Teaching at Fernandina Beach Christian Academy (FBCA) is a calling that is student centered and founded in faith.
Each child`s educational journey is strongly connected to highly qualified and dedicated teachers who collaborate with parents for spiritual growth and academic success.
Our teaching/learning model is special.聽Class sizes are intentionally small, not exceeding 13 students (K-5) and 16 students (6-8) to a classroom teacher.
We empower your student for excellence in character and knowledge.A Christ-centered, private school for VPK through 12th grades.
Grades Offered
K-8
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
No
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
2011
1996
Students Body
Total Students
288 students
265 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
8%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
-
50
Kindergarten Students
39
18
Grade 1 Students
39
14
Grade 2 Students
39
15
Grade 3 Students
39
18
Grade 4 Students
26
19
Grade 5 Students
39
10
Grade 6 Students
32
21
Grade 7 Students
20
21
Grade 8 Students
15
20
Grade 9 Students
-
19
Grade 10 Students
-
16
Grade 11 Students
-
16
Grade 12 Students
-
8
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
23 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
20%
35%
Average Class Size
13
18
Number of AP Classes
n/a
10
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
Casual
(Style specific; khaki, navy bottoms; red, white, or navy blue tops)
(Style specific; khaki, navy bottoms; red, white, or navy blue tops)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$8,800
$10,000
Tuition Notes
FBCA accepts Step Up For Students scholarships, including the Florida Tax Credit, Family Empowerment, and Unique Abilities scholarships.
Last year, our students received over $750,000 in scholarships and financial aid.
Acceptance Rate
80%
75%
Admissions Director
Ashley K Little
n/a
Admissions Associate
Lynna Kay Parker
n/a
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
5
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
2
3
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Student Leadership TeamVarious Rotating Monthly Clubs
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Annual Father-Daughter BallTrail Life Troop 555
Arts and Music Programs:
Annual Christmas Play