Countryside was founded in 1974 by Pastor Gene Keith. Countryside Christian School is a private, non-profit, church-school.
Our school was founded on the belief that God gives the responsibility of teaching and training of children to the parents and the church, not the government.
The mission of Countryside Christian School is to provide a high-quality, Christ-centered educational alternative to Christian parents who believe that God had entrusted them with the responsibility of educating their child rather than the government.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Countryside Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
252 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Countryside Christian School's ranking?
Countryside Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Countryside Christian School?
The application deadline for Countryside Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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