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#842 of 1,462 private schools in FL

First Assembly Christian School & Daycare

School

1827 NE 14TH ST, Ocala, FL 34470

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

424

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

424

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#842 of 1,462

In Ocala

#11 of 17

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About First Assembly Christian School & Daycare

First Assembly Christian School & Daycare is a private school in Ocala, FL. First Assembly Christian School & Daycare serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. First Assembly Christian School & Daycare has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #842 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

First Assembly Christian School & Daycare 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 First Assembly Christian School & Daycare compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Ocala, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.3:1

This School

18.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

424

This School

714

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

5.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 53.5% vs 0%

Black 26.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 17.5% vs 0%

Asian 2.8% vs 0%

First Assembly Christian School & Daycare Ocala Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
First Assembly Christian School & Daycare (this school)	—	424	13.3:1	6.2
FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.6 mi	993	21.1:1	3.9
NEW LEAF CENTER	0.7 mi	123	13.7:1	5.7
WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	579	16.5:1	3.0
MARION COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY	1.0 mi	341	68.2:1	—
OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	555	19.8:1	3.1
MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE	1.2 mi	111	7.4:1	3.1
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC.	1.6 mi	38	7.6:1	5.9
ELC PK ESE SERVICES	1.7 mi	27	—:1	—
VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL	1.8 mi	1,634	22.7:1	4.7
OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.8 mi	915	20.3:1	6.2
EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	386	14.3:1	9.3
WARD-HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	911	15.4:1	7.0
HILLCREST	2.3 mi	161	5.8:1	5.6
MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS	2.4 mi	468	13.4:1	8.3
HOWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.5 mi	891	19.4:1	4.4
FORDHAM EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY	2.6 mi	129	11.7:1	7.5
SOUTH OCALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	710	14.8:1	4.7
OCALI CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.9 mi	194	17.6:1	7.6
DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	799	15.4:1	7.1
SILVER RIVER MENTORING AND INSTRUCTION	3.6 mi	186	37.2:1	3.3

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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- 4.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.3:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.6 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,105

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 61%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 424

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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 53.5%

Black 26.2%

Hispanic 17.5%

Asian 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1827 NE 14TH ST, Ocala, FL 34470

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering First Assembly Christian School & Daycare may also want to explore other schools in the area. CROSSROADS ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala	0.6 mi	993	3.9
NEW LEAF CENTER Ocala	0.7 mi	123	5.7
WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	0.9 mi	579	3.0
MARION COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY Ocala	1.0 mi	341	—
OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	1.1 mi	555	3.1
MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Ocala	1.2 mi	111	3.1
MONTESSORI PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala	1.2 mi	45	7.6
NEW HORIZON ACADEMY FOR EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS Ocala	1.3 mi	7	—
AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala	1.6 mi	176	6.3
VICTORY ACADEMY OCALA Ocala	1.6 mi	58	6.8
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Ocala	1.6 mi	38	5.9
ELC PK ESE SERVICES Ocala	1.7 mi	27	—
OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala	1.8 mi	915	6.2
VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL Ocala	1.8 mi	1,634	4.7
CROSSROADS ACADEMY Ocala	1.7 mi	115	7.4
EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	1.8 mi	386	9.3
OCALA CHRISTIAN LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Ocala	1.8 mi	34	5.4
WARD-HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	2.2 mi	911	7.0
HILLCREST Ocala	2.3 mi	161	5.6
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ocala	2.4 mi	385	7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,592

Median Home Value

$171,500

Median Rent

$1,124/mo

Population

21,521

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

61.8%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

40.1

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ormond Beach, FL	474	6.2
EAGLE'S VIEW ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL	294	6.2
ELITE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Orlando, FL	302	6.2
PEPIN ACADEMIES OF PASCO COUNTY New Port Richey, FL	313	6.2
SPRING HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Hill, FL	350	6.2
DBA MOUNT DORA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Dora, FL	587	6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about First Assembly Christian School & Daycare

What grades does First Assembly Christian School & Daycare serve?

First Assembly Christian School & Daycare serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend First Assembly Christian School & Daycare?

First Assembly Christian School & Daycare has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at First Assembly Christian School & Daycare?

The student-teacher ratio at First Assembly Christian School & Daycare is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does First Assembly Christian School & Daycare rank in FL?

First Assembly Christian School & Daycare ranks #842 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is First Assembly Christian School & Daycare's MySchoolScout rating?

First Assembly Christian School & Daycare has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is First Assembly Christian School & Daycare a private school?

Yes, First Assembly Christian School & Daycare is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is First Assembly Christian School & Daycare a religious school?

First Assembly Christian School & Daycare has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 50 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 424
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 32
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Assembly of God
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Small City
County: Marion County
Phone: (352) 351-1913

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