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#738 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope

School

907 SW 3RD ST, Ocala, FL 34471

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#738 of 1,462

In Ocala

#8 of 17

public schools

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About Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope

Dr. D. D.

Brown Christian Academy of Hope is a private school in Ocala, FL. Dr. D.

D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr.

D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #738 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.4

This school 6.4 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 35 students, Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope 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 Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Ocala, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.8:1

This School

18.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

714

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.4

This School

5.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 74.3% vs 0%

White 11.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 8.6% vs 0%

Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope Ocala Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope (this school)	—	35	8.8:1	6.4
MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS	0.5 mi	468	13.4:1	8.3
DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	799	15.4:1	7.1
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC.	0.7 mi	38	7.6:1	5.9
OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.8 mi	915	20.3:1	6.2
ELC PK ESE SERVICES	0.9 mi	27	—:1	—
EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	386	14.3:1	9.3
HOWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.1 mi	891	19.4:1	4.4
WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	579	16.5:1	3.0
MARION COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY	1.7 mi	341	68.2:1	—
MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE	1.9 mi	111	7.4:1	3.1
MARION REG. JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	1.9 mi	63	—:1	3.6
MCSO ADULTS	1.9 mi	14	—:1	—
FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.0 mi	993	21.1:1	3.9
COLLEGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	824	18.3:1	3.9
SOUTH OCALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	710	14.8:1	4.7
VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL	2.3 mi	1,634	22.7:1	4.7
OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	555	19.8:1	3.1
NEW LEAF CENTER	3.0 mi	123	13.7:1	5.7
FORDHAM EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY	3.1 mi	129	11.7:1	7.5
HILLCREST	3.3 mi	161	5.8:1	5.6

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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

A- 8.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.8:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 42%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 2.2 / 10

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Enrollment 35

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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 74.3%

White 11.4%

Hispanic 8.6%

Two or More 5.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

907 SW 3RD ST, Ocala, FL 34471

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE (rated 3.9/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala	0.0 mi	61	3.9
MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS Ocala	0.5 mi	468	8.3
SHILOH SDA SCHOOL Ocala	0.5 mi	60	4.8
DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	0.7 mi	799	7.1
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Ocala	0.7 mi	38	5.9
VICTORY ACADEMY OCALA Ocala	0.7 mi	58	6.8
OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala	0.8 mi	915	6.2
AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala	0.9 mi	176	6.3
ELC PK ESE SERVICES Ocala	0.9 mi	27	—
EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	0.9 mi	386	9.3
BLESSED TRINITY SCHOOL Ocala	1.0 mi	562	6.0
HOWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala	1.1 mi	891	4.4
WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	1.6 mi	579	3.0
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ocala	1.7 mi	385	7.3
MARION COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY Ocala	1.7 mi	341	—
THE CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Ocala	1.9 mi	259	5.1
MARION REG. JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Ocala	1.9 mi	63	3.6
MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Ocala	1.9 mi	111	3.1
MCSO ADULTS Ocala	1.9 mi	14	—
FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala	2.0 mi	993	3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34471 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,283

Median Home Value

$292,200

Median Rent

$1,225/mo

Population

26,031

College Educated

36.2%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

17.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope

What grades does Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope serve?

Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope?

Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope rank in FL?

Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope ranks #738 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope a private school?

Yes, Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope a religious school?

Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 28 Some Transit
Bike Score: 58 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 35
Gender Split: 66% M / 34% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 4
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Pentecostal
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Marion County
Phone: (352) 895-6359

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