Darby Christian Academy in Dade City, FL, is a co–ed Baptist–affiliated alternative school serving kindergarten through 10th grade in a rural community.
The school has an enrollment of 29 students with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 supported by three full–time teachers.
Approximately 10% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
Darby Christian Academy offers education in a rural setting and operates programs from kindergarten to grade 10.
The school is located near other private education options in Pasco County, including K–12 schools like Torchbearers Christian Academy and Ridge Manor Christian Academy.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
29 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Darby Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Darby Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Darby Christian Academy is Torchbearers Christian Academy (7.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Saint Anthony Catholic School (5.9 miles away)
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