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#533 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 36% of private schools

Victory Academy Ocala

Elementary School

328 NE 1ST AVE, Ocala, FL 34470

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

58

Student-Teacher

5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Ocala

#6 of 17

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#230 of 612

About Victory Academy Ocala

Victory Academy Ocala serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade in this small city setting, with just 58 students creating an intimate learning environment. This regular public school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 5:1, with 12 full-time equivalent teachers providing individualized attention that larger schools often cannot offer. The school has earned strong recognition with a MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #532 out of 1,462 schools statewide, placing it in the 64th percentile among Florida elementary schools.

This performance reflects the school's commitment to academic excellence within its small-scale setting. Located at 328 NE 1st Avenue, Victory Academy serves families in a community where the median household income is $47,098 and the median home value is $152,300. The surrounding ZIP code area has a population of 20,903 residents, with 22% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a poverty rate of 13.7%.

The school's small size allows for close relationships between teachers, students, and families, fostering a supportive academic community. Victory Academy Ocala operates in the heart of this Marion County community, where the small city atmosphere provides a focused educational environment for elementary and middle school learners.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 58 students, Victory Academy Ocala is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, Victory Academy Ocala offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Victory Academy Ocala operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2022 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$10,288
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$8,947
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.87x — At Risk
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
89%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$408,109

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 58 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Victory Academy Ocala compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Ocala, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
This School
vs
18.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
58
This School
vs
581
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 22.4% vs 0%
Black 6.9% vs 0%
Victory Academy Ocala Ocala Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Victory Academy Ocala (this school) 6.8
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. 5.3
OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.1
EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.2
WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.7
MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS 7.3
MARION COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY
HOWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.1
MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE 6.1
FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.5
DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.2
OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.0
SOUTH OCALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.0
NEW LEAF CENTER 5.7
MARION REG. JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER 5.2
MCSO ADULTS
FORDHAM EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY 7.5
COLLEGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.3
HILLCREST 5.4
WARD-HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.6
OCALI CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.6

Showing 20 of 37 schools. View all schools in Ocala

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,105
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 45%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Enrollment 58
View data sources

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 70.7%
Hispanic 22.4%
Black 6.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

328 NE 1ST AVE, Ocala, FL 34470

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Victory Academy Ocala may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Ocala 0.0 mi 5.3
AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala 0.3 mi 6.3
ELC PK ESE SERVICES Ocala 0.5 mi
OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala 0.6 mi 6.1
EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala 0.7 mi 9.2
DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala 0.7 mi 6.4
DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala 0.7 mi 3.9
WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala 0.8 mi 6.7
MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS Ocala 0.9 mi 7.3
BLESSED TRINITY SCHOOL Ocala 1.2 mi 6.0
MARION COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY Ocala 1.1 mi
HOWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala 1.2 mi 5.1
SHILOH SDA SCHOOL Ocala 1.2 mi 4.8
MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Ocala 1.3 mi 6.1
FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala 1.3 mi 4.5
DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala 1.4 mi 6.2
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ocala 1.6 mi 7.3
FIRST ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & DAYCARE Ocala 1.6 mi 6.2
VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL Ocala 1.8 mi 5.3
THE CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Ocala 1.8 mi 5.1

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Victory Academy Ocala has a median household income of $49,592. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $171,500, with a median rent of $1,124/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.5%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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PALM BEACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Palm Beach, FL 6.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Victory Academy Ocala

What grades does Victory Academy Ocala serve?

Victory Academy Ocala serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Victory Academy Ocala?

Victory Academy Ocala has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Victory Academy Ocala?

The student-teacher ratio at Victory Academy Ocala is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Victory Academy Ocala rank in FL?

Victory Academy Ocala is ranked #533 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Victory Academy Ocala's MySchoolScout rating?

Victory Academy Ocala has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Victory Academy Ocala a private school?

Yes, Victory Academy Ocala is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Victory Academy Ocala a religious school?

Victory Academy Ocala has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,553/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ocala). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
58
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Small City
County
MARION
Data Year
2022–2023

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