Lifeway Baptist Academy in Jacksonville, FL serves 31 students in grades 9 through 12 within a city鈥揵ased, co鈥揺ducational Baptist program.
Founded in 2009, the school has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 6:1 with a total of 5 teachers.
The student body is 100 percent students of color, ranking Lifeway Baptist Academy among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for diversity.
Located in the St Nicholas neighborhood, the school offers high school education in a large city community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Lifeway Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Lifeway Baptist Academy?
The application deadline for Lifeway Baptist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Lifeway Baptist Academy located?
Lifeway Baptist Academy is located in the St Nicholas neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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