St Johns Classical Academy

114 Canova Road

Fleming Island, FL 32003

School District

Clay
Grade

PK, K-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

charter

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on November 04, 2024

Our kids were on the waitlist for two years before they won "the lottery" and gained acceptance to the school. It was so worth the wait! Our oldest child is now attending his 6th year and is lightyears ahead of his public school peers. We appreciate that the school places as much emphasis on living virtuously as it does on academics. We are grateful to have such amazing teachers and administrators.
Submitted by parent on August 12, 2024

My granddaughter was bullied here for four years and the school did zero about it, but when we complained she was punished. Some of the teachers are bullies themselves so it isn't real surprising, we've transferred them out and I'm so glad we did!
Submitted by student on May 03, 2024

I attended this school for a while and yes there were some positive moments, but humans are good at finding optimism even in the worst of conditions. The school got worse every year, every good part about the previous year that made students excited to stay they always got rid of. There is also severe favoritism with staff kids. They always talk about the “virtues” but when a staff student breaks the rules, the rules all of a sudden turn flexible.I have also been on the receiving end of bullying at this school, not from the students but from the teachers! The teachers have no regard for you and are down right nasty to you if you are not one of the feels selected students with a high GPA. The older you get at this school the worse the teachers are. They borderline indoctrinate you but disguise it as patriotism. If you are anything but a straight, white person you will be discriminated against. I cannot recommend more strongly to not attend this school, everyone is miserable and there is no freedom. They promise everything and deliver on nothing. The education is good but at the compromise of everything else. Do not go here!
Submitted by student on February 22, 2023

as a student this school is not worth anything people say it is. there is no room for creativity and the rules are beyond stupid and the experience is awful
Submitted by student on February 22, 2023

as a student i think it is awful
Submitted by parent on September 15, 2022

We are so grateful for this wonderful school!
Submitted by parent on August 11, 2022

The is school is a poor man excuse for private education. The school lacks diversity, and doesn’t teach a forward way of teaching with technology. Great old school teaching, which a positive, but time doesn’t stand still for nobody and having some computer skills is bad idea.
Submitted by parent on April 05, 2022

Best school in Clay County. They teach virtues plus the curriculum is super challenging. The kids are well behaved, bright, and respectful. I have kids there and I also substitute there. The morale on campus is great!
Submitted by other on June 28, 2021

Worst administration - leaders lack integrity and honesty. Would not recommend this school to any of our friends.
Submitted by parent on May 27, 2020

Love it! Will never take my kids anywhere else
Submitted by parent on January 09, 2020

While this school had great fire behind it. I was not impressed. They’re lunch policy is ridiculous. You can’t go in the cafeteria but other public schools as long as you sign in and are allowed to be there you’re fine. Nope. At SJCA you eat outside no matter what on small tables sometimes that are full. Rain. Cold. You name it. Sorry you’re outside. The playground is so small and pathetic. My daughter has ADD and they couldn’t provide any accommodations or I terventions a public school would be able to. If you’re child can do multiplication at first grade. Sure go here. Push them to their limits. But if you’re hold struggles any bit I’d stick with public school. Get the help they need. This school is fast paced and hard curriculum. They tried this school but I don’t see success. Let’s not talk about the drop off and pick up junk.
Submitted by parent on November 15, 2019

It has been a tremendous blessing for our family and for the community. They love our kids and are incredibly effecting in educating our children. They go above and beyond for us. So grateful for this educational experience. My kids are being challenged at their level. Teachers are authentic and more than equipped to handle the needs of our kids. Thank you St. Johns Classical Academy for going above and beyond for our students!
Submitted by parent on August 23, 2019

Many parents (myself included) have transferred their kids to StJCA from other "A" rated schools. Why? Because StJCA has a unique culture and curriculum that simply does not exist at regular public schools. Most Clay County schools are amazing and I do not want to knock them, but the virtue-focused education StJCA provides is truly one of a kind.
Submitted by parent on August 21, 2019

We love it. There have been growing pains and several parents with negative attitudes but hopefully they will weed themselves out.
Submitted by parent on August 21, 2019

Overall we’re pleased with SJCA. We look forward to seeing our children grow and learn in such a rewarding academic environment.
Submitted by parent on August 20, 2019

Overall experience has been great! One of the best decisions I could have made for my LO.
Submitted by parent on August 20, 2019

Excellent. The school has surpassed expectations. I would easily recommend it for anyone looking to avoid the nonsense of the typical public school where your child is another number.
Submitted by parent on August 20, 2019

The curriculum, structure and values at this school surpass every other school my children have attended. We are a military family, so we have a good bit of experience in a variety of schools, including two here.
Submitted by parent on August 20, 2019

We are entering our third year at SJCA and are very pleased with the curriculum and the focus on character development.
Submitted by parent on August 20, 2019

Our experience at SJCA has exceeded all expectations!