Harvest combines three days of on-campus classroom instruction with two days of home school in Kindergarten through 7th grade. Eighth grade also attends core classes on campus on Thursday morning and has Thursday afternoon and Friday for homeschool. High School has class four days per week on campus and one at home. Some classes in High School are offered on a block schedule.
Dual Enrollment with Florida State College at Jacksonville is available to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors.
Harvest is a private, Christian school - not a homeschool co-op or umbrella school.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked FL School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Harvest Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2000
Student Body
Total Students
279 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Average Class Size
22 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
American History, AP, AP Physics, Dual Enrollment Algebra, Dual Enrollment Biology, Dual Enrollment English, Dual Enrollment Literature, Dual Enrollment Statistics, Dual Enrollment Strategies for Life and Success
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by department, please see our website for tuition and fee amounts
Admissions Director
D. Walding
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Classes at all grade levels, Beginning and Advanced Photography Classes, Chorus and Drama classes with a Spring Musical performance, Dance Class in Middle School, Fourth and Fifth Grade Chorus
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports 2nd through 6th grade
Art Classes at all grade levels, Beginning and Advanced Photography Classes, Chorus and Drama classes with a Spring Musical performance, Dance Class in Middle School, Fourth and Fifth Grade Chorus
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports 2nd through 6th grade
School Notes
- Thank you for your interest in Harvest Community School! When making inquiries, please let us know the grade level your children will be entering.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Harvest Community School offer?
Harvest Community School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Harvest Community School's ranking?
Harvest Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Harvest Community School?
The application deadline for Harvest Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Harvest Community School located?
Harvest Community School is located in the Gilmore neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
School Reviews
5 12/17/2016
I have attended to this school since Kindergarten. Currently i am a 9th Grader and I will say that this school is the only and best school i have been too. They are welcoming and Fun. You get to know you fellow students and teachers. I would recommend this school to anyone who is looking for a private non-denominational school
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