Excellent
#80 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 5% of private schools
Morning Star Catholic School
School
930 LEIGH AVE, Orlando, FL 32804
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#80 of 1,462
In Orlando
#4 of 82
public schools
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About Morning Star Catholic School
Morning Star Catholic School is a private school in Orlando, FL. Morning Star Catholic School serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Morning Star Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #80 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, Morning Star Catholic School 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Morning Star Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Morning Star 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Morning Star Catholic School compares to 197 public schools serving similar grades in Orlando, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Morning Star Catholic School (this school) | 8.0 |
| COLLEGE PARK MIDDLE | 2.7 |
| EDGEWATER HIGH | 4.6 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS | 6.2 |
| PRINCETON HOUSE CHARTER | 3.2 |
| PINECREST CREEK CHARTER | 9.6 |
| LAKE SILVER ELEMENTARY | 5.1 |
| PRINCETON ELEMENTARY | 8.9 |
| ASPIRE ACADEMY CHARTER | 4.3 |
| ORLANDO SCIENCE MIDDLE HIGH CHARTER | 8.2 |
| LAKE WESTON ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| OCVS VIRTUAL FRANCHISE | 6.8 |
| OCVS VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM | — |
| ORLANDO SCIENCE ELEMENTARY CHARTER | 8.4 |
| POSITIVE PATHWAYS TRANSITION CENTER | 5.9 |
| ORLANDO GIFTED ACADEMY | 9.7 |
| LUCIOUS AND EMMA NIXON ACADEMY CHARTER | 6.1 |
| LOCKHART MIDDLE | 4.3 |
| OCPS ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE | 5.3 |
| ROCK LAKE ELEMENTARY | 8.4 |
| ROSEMONT ELEMENTARY | 7.2 |
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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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
930 LEIGH AVE, Orlando, FL 32804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morning Star Catholic School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE LIFE ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE (rated 5.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Eatonville), a more accessible option. Another option is LA AMISTAD (rated 5.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Maitland), a more accessible option. Additionally, PRINCETON HOUSE CHARTER (rated 3.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BISHOP MOORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| COLLEGE PARK MIDDLE Orlando | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| EDGEWATER HIGH Orlando | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| TRI-L CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| KILLARNEY ELEMENTARY Winter Park | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Orlando | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PRINCETON HOUSE CHARTER Orlando | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| PINECREST CREEK CHARTER Orlando | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
| LAKE SILVER ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ORLANDO JUNIOR ACADEMY Orlando | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| PRINCETON ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| THE PARKE HOUSE ACADEMY Winter Park | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ASPIRE ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| ORLANDO SCIENCE MIDDLE HIGH CHARTER Orlando | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| HUNGERFORD ELEMENTARY Eatonville | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| MONARCH LEARNING ACADEMY Winter Park | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| LAKE WESTON ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| THE LIFE ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Eatonville | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| LA AMISTAD Maitland | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,466
Median Home Value
$498,700
Median Rent
$1,717/mo
Population
21,076
College Educated
61.4%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
38.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morning Star Catholic School
What grades does Morning Star Catholic School serve?
Morning Star Catholic School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Morning Star Catholic School?
Morning Star Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morning Star Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morning Star Catholic School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Morning Star Catholic School rank in FL?
Morning Star Catholic School ranks #80 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Morning Star Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morning Star Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Morning Star Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Morning Star 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 Morning Star Catholic School a religious school?
Morning Star Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 65% M / 35% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (407) 295-3077
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