The Way Christian Academy in Tampa, FL, serves 75 students in grades 1 through 12 within a city–based Baptist co–ed program.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with a faculty of 7 teachers.
The student body is predominantly students of color, representing approximately 96% of enrollment.
Tuition rates align with typical private school costs in Tampa, supporting access to K–12 Christian education.
The Way Christian Academy is located near multiple private schools in Tampa offering a range of grade spans and student–teacher ratios.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
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 The Way Christian Academy?
The application deadline for The Way Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to The Way Christian Academy is Pace ²ÝÁñÉçÇø School System (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Ummati School Of Tampa (1.9 miles away)
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Quick Facts
2712 E Annie St
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 928-4718
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 928-4718
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 35 students Avg. class size: 7 students Extracurrculars: 7
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Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 935-0232
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 935-0232
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Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 933-4750
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 933-4750
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 310 students
Ummati School Of Tampa
(Islamic)
4801 E Busch Blvd
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 421-4261
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 421-4261
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2712 E Annie St
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 928-4718
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 928-4718
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 35 students Avg. class size: 7 students Extracurrculars: 7
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(813) 770-1066
Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 770-1066
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Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 513-8890
Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 513-8890
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2712 E Annie St
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 928-4718
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 928-4718
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 35 students Avg. class size: 7 students Extracurrculars: 7
302 E Linebaugh Ave
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 933-4750
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 933-4750
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 310 students
Ummati School Of Tampa
(Islamic)
4801 E Busch Blvd
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 421-4261
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 421-4261
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 21 students
Friendship Christian Academy
(Christian)
919 W Kirby St
Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 770-1066
Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 770-1066
2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 93 students
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Miles
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Ummati School Of Tampa
(Islamic)
4801 E Busch Blvd
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 421-4261
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 421-4261
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 21 students
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Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 935-8552
Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 935-8552
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(813) 985-7829
Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 985-7829
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Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 343-0600
Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 343-0600
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Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 988-1138
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