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Light Christian Academy - South Campus

1450 Citrus Oaks Ave Gotha, FL 34734

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 3-11
  • Enrollment: 129 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Light Christian Academy–South Campus in Gotha, FL, serves 129 students in grades 3 through 11 within a suburban community.
  • The school operates as a co–educational alternative program with an affiliation to the Church of God.
  • The student–teacher ratio of 16:1, supported by 8 teaching staff members.
  • The student body is 97.58 percent students of color, reflecting significant racial and ethnic diversity.
  • Nearby schools include other private and alternative options in Gotha and Orlando, providing families with multiple educational choices in the suburban area.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 3-11
  • Enrollment: 129 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Light Christian Academy - South Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-11
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
129 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

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The average private school tuition in Florida is $12,451 for elementary schools and $13,415 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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