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#1149 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Deeper Root Academy

Elementary School

8001 SILVER STAR RD, Orlando, FL 32818

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,149 of 1,462

In Orlando

#59 of 82

public schools

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About Deeper Root Academy

Deeper Root Academy is a private elementary school in Orlando, FL. Deeper Root Academy serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Deeper Root Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,149 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.2 pts below FL schools

5.4

This school 5.4 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 62 students, Deeper Root Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Deeper Root Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Deeper Root Academy 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Deeper Root Academy compares to 182 public schools serving similar grades in Orlando, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.7:1

This School

16.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

661

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.4

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%

Deeper Root Academy Orlando Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Deeper Root Academy (this school)	—	62	9.7:1	5.4
ACCELERATION WEST	0.1 mi	236	10.7:1	8.2
PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY	0.4 mi	486	13.9:1	6.9
MAGNOLIA SCHOOL	0.8 mi	115	6.1:1	6.2
SILVER PINES ACADEMY K-12 LEARNING CENTER	0.9 mi	89	3.7:1	5.3
INNOVATIONS MIDDLE CHARTER	0.9 mi	172	28.7:1	5.2
HIAWASSEE ELEMENTARY	1.5 mi	603	18.3:1	5.9
PRAIRIE LAKE ELEMENTARY	1.6 mi	818	19.5:1	4.8
WEST OAKS ELEMENTARY	1.6 mi	470	18.8:1	5.5
LAKE GEM ELEMENTARY	1.8 mi	549	12.8:1	5.7
ROBINSWOOD MIDDLE	1.9 mi	997	21.2:1	4.0
RIDGEWOOD PARK ELEMENTARY	1.9 mi	469	18.8:1	6.8
MEADOWBROOK MIDDLE	2.1 mi	894	19.4:1	4.9
UCP PINE HILLS CHARTER	2.2 mi	160	14.5:1	7.3
WILLIAM FRANGUS ELEMENTARY	2.3 mi	405	18.4:1	4.0
PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY	2.5 mi	668	18.6:1	6.3
DEVEREUX TREATMENT PROGRAM	2.5 mi	32	10.7:1	5.2
MOLLIE RAY ELEMENTARY	2.7 mi	420	16.2:1	6.3
ROLLING HILLS ELEMENTARY	2.9 mi	513	16.5:1	4.8
OAK HILL ELEMENTARY	2.9 mi	456	15.7:1	7.0
SUNSHINE HIGH SCHOOL-GREATER ORLANDO CAMPUS	3.1 mi	333	47.6:1	4.0

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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+ 7.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.8 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,246

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 1.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.7 / 10

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Enrollment 62

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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)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8001 SILVER STAR RD, Orlando, FL 32818

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Deeper Root Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CITRUS ELEMENTARY (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Ocoee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HIAWASSEE ELEMENTARY (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ACCELERATION WEST Orlando	0.1 mi	236	8.2
PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando	0.4 mi	486	6.9
SAINTS ACADEMY Orlando	0.7 mi	207	6.0
WEST OAKS ACADEMY Orlando	0.7 mi	425	4.2
MAGNOLIA SCHOOL Orlando	0.8 mi	115	6.2
SILVER PINES ACADEMY K-12 LEARNING CENTER Orlando	0.9 mi	89	5.3
NEW DIRECTIONS COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF ORLANDO Orlando	0.9 mi	83	4.1
INNOVATIONS MIDDLE CHARTER Orlando	0.9 mi	172	5.2
GENERATION Z ACADEMY Orlando	1.0 mi	360	8.0
SPELLMAN PREP SCHOOL Orlando	1.2 mi	6	—
CITRUS ELEMENTARY Ocoee	1.4 mi	501	5.9
LAKE ROSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando	1.5 mi	44	5.7
HIAWASSEE ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.5 mi	603	5.9
PRAIRIE LAKE ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.6 mi	818	4.8
WEST OAKS ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.6 mi	470	5.5
LAKE GEM ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.8 mi	549	5.7
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orlando	1.8 mi	194	5.2
DREAM BIG ACADEMY OF LEARNING CORP. Orlando	1.7 mi	45	4.5
LIGHTHOUSE HIGH SCHOOL Orlando	1.7 mi	55	6.1
LIGHTHOUSE Orlando	1.7 mi	40	5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32818 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,182

Median Home Value

$278,800

Median Rent

$1,486/mo

Population

61,574

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

58.5%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

35.7

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NEW DOMINION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pompano Beach, FL	66	5.4
EXCELSIOR ARTZ PREPARATORY SCHOOL Coral Springs, FL	66	5.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Deeper Root Academy

What grades does Deeper Root Academy serve?

Deeper Root Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Deeper Root Academy?

Deeper Root Academy has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Deeper Root Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Deeper Root Academy is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Deeper Root Academy rank in FL?

Deeper Root Academy ranks #1,149 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Deeper Root Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Deeper Root Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Deeper Root Academy a private school?

Yes, Deeper Root Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Deeper Root Academy a religious school?

Deeper Root Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 29 Some Transit
Bike Score: 45 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 62
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Orange County
Phone: (484) 321-6957

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