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#619 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 42% of private schools

Montessori House of Ocala

Elementary School

9880 SW 84TH CT STE D, Ocala, FL 34481

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#619 of 1,462

In Ocala

#7 of 17

public schools

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About Montessori House of Ocala

Montessori House of Ocala is a private elementary school in Ocala, FL. Montessori House of Ocala serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori House of Ocala has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #619 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 51 students, Montessori House of Ocala 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Montessori House of Ocala sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Montessori House of Ocala 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 Montessori House of Ocala compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Ocala, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.4:1

This School

16.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

636

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 21.6% vs 0%

Black 5.9% vs 0%

Asian 2% vs 0%

Montessori House of Ocala Ocala Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Montessori House of Ocala (this school)	—	51	6.4:1	6.6
HAMMETT BOWEN JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.0 mi	970	17.6:1	6.3
INA A.COLEN ACADEMY	4.4 mi	435	16.7:1	8.8
MARION OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.1 mi	1,050	15.2:1	6.3
SADDLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.3 mi	1,000	18.9:1	6.8
SUNRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.4 mi	1,275	18.5:1	3.9
COLLEGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	8.2 mi	824	18.3:1	3.9
SHADY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	8.3 mi	683	19:1	4.8
DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	9.4 mi	799	15.4:1	7.1
MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS	10.2 mi	468	13.4:1	8.3
SOUTH OCALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	10.2 mi	710	14.8:1	4.7
EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	10.5 mi	386	14.3:1	9.3
ELC PK ESE SERVICES	10.6 mi	27	—:1	—
LEGACY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	11.3 mi	691	16.5:1	4.7
WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	11.4 mi	579	16.5:1	3.0
OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	12.5 mi	555	19.8:1	3.1
FORDHAM EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY	12.6 mi	129	11.7:1	7.5
WARD-HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	12.7 mi	911	15.4:1	7.0
NEW LEAF CENTER	12.9 mi	123	13.7:1	5.7
MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	13.1 mi	836	13.1:1	6.4
MARION CHARTER SCHOOL	14.3 mi	230	14.4:1	8.4

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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 9.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.4:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,157

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 46%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.8 / 10

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Enrollment 51

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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 68.6%

Hispanic 21.6%

Black 5.9%

Asian 2.0%

Native American 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9880 SW 84TH CT STE D, Ocala, FL 34481

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montessori House of Ocala may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INA A.COLEN ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 9.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SADDLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 6.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala	3.8 mi	1,184	4.8
INA A.COLEN ACADEMY Ocala	4.4 mi	435	8.8
HAMMETT BOWEN JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	4.0 mi	970	6.3
WEST PORT HIGH SCHOOL Ocala	5.2 mi	2,997	5.3
MARION OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	5.1 mi	1,050	6.3
SADDLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	6.3 mi	1,000	6.8
SUNRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	6.4 mi	1,275	3.9
HORIZON ACADEMY AT MARION OAKS Ocala	6.7 mi	1,112	4.9
MEADOWBROOK ACADEMY Ocala	7.4 mi	263	6.4
DARUL ULOOM OF OCALA FL INC. Ocala	7.8 mi	19	—
TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Ocala	7.3 mi	521	5.9
REDEEMER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ocala	7.6 mi	477	7.5
COLLEGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	8.2 mi	824	3.9
SHADY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	8.3 mi	683	4.8
MCSO ADULTS Ocala	9.5 mi	14	—
MARION REG. JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Ocala	9.6 mi	63	3.6
DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala	9.4 mi	799	7.1
SHILOH SDA SCHOOL Ocala	9.6 mi	60	4.8
DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala	10.0 mi	35	6.4
DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala	10.0 mi	61	3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34481 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,639

Median Home Value

$213,000

Median Rent

$1,154/mo

Population

25,668

College Educated

28.8%

Homeownership

90.5%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

68.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montessori House of Ocala

What grades does Montessori House of Ocala serve?

Montessori House of Ocala serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Montessori House of Ocala?

Montessori House of Ocala has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori House of Ocala?

The student-teacher ratio at Montessori House of Ocala is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Montessori House of Ocala rank in FL?

Montessori House of Ocala ranks #619 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Montessori House of Ocala's MySchoolScout rating?

Montessori House of Ocala has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Montessori House of Ocala a private school?

Yes, Montessori House of Ocala is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Montessori House of Ocala a religious school?

No, Montessori House of Ocala is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 40 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 51
Gender Split: 39% M / 61% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 8
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Midsize Suburb
County: Marion County
Phone: (352) 237-3281

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