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Ascension Catholic School

Elementary School

3000 N HARBOR CITY BLVD, Melbourne, FL 32935

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#494 of 1,462

In Melbourne

#6 of 12

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About Ascension Catholic School

Ascension Catholic School is a private elementary school in Melbourne, FL. Ascension Catholic School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ascension Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #494 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Ascension Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Ascension Catholic School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Melbourne, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.8:1

This School

14.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

376

This School

569

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 64.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 20.7% vs 0%

Asian 3.7% vs 0%

Black 1.9% vs 0%

Ascension Catholic School Melbourne Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Ascension Catholic School (this school)	—	376	11.8:1	6.8
DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	588	13.4:1	3.6
LYNDON B. JOHNSON MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.2 mi	554	16.8:1	5.6
SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	468	13.4:1	6.9
EAU GALLIE HIGH SCHOOL	1.8 mi	1,490	19.9:1	5.3
CROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	483	14.2:1	6.2
SOUTH AREA ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER	2.0 mi	100	14.3:1	4.1
HARBOR CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	397	14.7:1	7.4
SABAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	512	14.2:1	4.2
LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	606	14.1:1	8.1
ROY ALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	581	14.9:1	7.1
WEST SHORE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	3.5 mi	931	17.9:1	9.0
SUNTREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.6 mi	599	15.4:1	7.9
MELBOURNE CENTER FOR PERSONAL GROWTH	4.9 mi	10	10:1	—
UNIVERSITY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.4 mi	487	12.8:1	5.1
QUEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.7 mi	714	15.5:1	8.4
STONE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL	6.9 mi	585	15.4:1	4.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

B 5.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.8:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 53%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 376

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 64.9%

Hispanic 20.7%

Two or More 8.5%

Asian 3.7%

Black 1.9%

Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3000 N HARBOR CITY BLVD, Melbourne, FL 32935

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ascension Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPESSARD L. HOLLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Satellite Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SURFSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Satellite Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Melbourne, see our Melbourne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
RISING STARS ACADEMY Melbourne	0.4 mi	25	—
DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne	1.1 mi	588	3.6
LYNDON B. JOHNSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Melbourne	1.2 mi	554	5.6
VERDI ECOSCHOOL Melbourne	1.5 mi	41	7.5
EAU GALLIE HIGH SCHOOL Melbourne	1.8 mi	1,490	5.3
SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne	1.7 mi	468	6.9
CROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne	1.9 mi	483	6.2
LIFE CHANGERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melbourne	2.0 mi	68	6.8
SOUTH AREA ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER Melbourne	2.0 mi	100	4.1
WAVECREST ACADEMY Melbourne	2.2 mi	23	—
HARBOR CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne	2.4 mi	397	7.4
RISING STARS ACADEMY Melbourne	2.6 mi	27	—
SABAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne	2.5 mi	512	4.2
LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne	2.5 mi	606	8.1
SURFSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Satellite Beach	2.7 mi	419	7.7
BEACHSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Indn Hbr Bch	2.6 mi	24	—
INDIAN HARBOUR MONTESSORI Indian Harbour Beach	2.6 mi	54	5.6
ROY ALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne	3.0 mi	581	7.1
SUNTREE MONTESSORI Melbourne	3.2 mi	2	—
SPESSARD L. HOLLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Satellite Beach	3.2 mi	434	8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32935 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,841

Median Home Value

$240,500

Median Rent

$1,404/mo

Population

41,533

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

59.7%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ascension Catholic School

What grades does Ascension Catholic School serve?

Ascension Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Ascension Catholic School?

Ascension Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ascension Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ascension Catholic School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ascension Catholic School rank in FL?

Ascension Catholic School ranks #494 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Ascension Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ascension Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ascension Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Ascension Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ascension Catholic School a religious school?

Ascension Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 44 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 376
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 32
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Brevard County
Phone: (321) 254-1595

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