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Ruskin Christian School

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RCS, a ministry of First Baptist Church, exists to teach biblical values in a Christ-centered environment and to assist the home and church in their endeavor to "Train up a child in the way he should go..." by providing each student with the opportunity for academic achievement, spiritual growth, and social development.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
limited to speech and language
Year Founded
1968

Student Body

Total Students
312 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Ruskin Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Preschool - $110-132.50 weekly K5-12 $4700.00 plus registration fee Discounts for multiple children
Admissions Director
Tim Vanderveer

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

School Notes

  • Voted the "BEST" in 2011, 2012,2013, and 2014 Private School in the South Shore Community.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Ruskin Christian School offer?
Ruskin Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Ruskin Christian School's ranking?
Ruskin Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Ruskin Christian School?
The application deadline for Ruskin Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Hillsborough County, FL is $9,680 for elementary schools and $10,786 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Hillsborough County, FL is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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