Best Marion County Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 35 private schools serving 6,308 students in Marion County, FL (there are 64 public schools, serving 45,439 public students). 12% of all K-12 students are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 14%).
The average tuition cost is $11,260, which is lower than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $13,840.
76% of private schools in Marion County, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 35
  • # Students Served: 6,308
  • Average Tuition: $11,260
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 22%
  • Acceptance Rate: 79%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • % Students of Color: 35%
  • View Marion County, FL School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 35
  • # Students Served: 6,308
  • Average Tuition: $11,260
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 22%
  • Acceptance Rate: 79%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • % Students of Color: 35%
  • View Marion County, FL School Trends

Top Ranked Marion County Private Schools (2026-27)

Gracepointe Academy Photo
Gr: K-12 | 153 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 3
Baptist
6185 SE 140TH ST
Summerfield, FL 34491
(352) 897-0822
Map of Belleview Christian Academy
Gr: PK-9 | 259 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5
Baptist
6107 Se Agnew Rd
Belleview, FL 34420
(352) 245-6151
(1)
Map of Blessed Trinity School
Gr: K-8 | 573 students
Catholic
5 Se 17th St
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 622-5808
(1)
Capstone Academy Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 170 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 3
Christian
7794 SW 60th Ave
Ocala, FL 34476
(352) 351-3777
Map of The Cornerstone School
Gr: PK-8 | 313 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 5
2313 SE Lake Weir Avenue
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 351-8840
Map of Dr. D. D. Brown Christian Academy Of Hope
Gr: PK-12 | 101 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Pentecostal
907 Sw 3rd St
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 895-6359
(1)
First Assembly Christian School Photo
Gr: NS-12 | 465 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 4
Assembly of God
1827 NE 14th St
Ocala, FL 34470
(352) 351-1913
(2)
Map of Happy Hearts Kindergarten
Gr: NS-PK | 92 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
208 Se Tuscawilla Avenue
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 622-7636
Map of Ocala Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 468 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
1714 Se 36th Avenue
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 694-4178
(1)
Map of Redeemer Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Presbyterian
155 Sw 87th Pl
Ocala, FL 34476
(352) 854-2999
Map of St. John Lutheran School
Gr: PK-12 | 529 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 16
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
1915 SE Lake Weir Avenue
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 622-7275
(3)
Map of Shiloh Sda School
Gr: K-8 | 65 students
Seventh Day Adventist
500 Sw 17th Ave
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 629-6857
Map of Trinity Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 521 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 24 | Extracurriculars: 1
Catholic
2600 SW 42nd Street
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 622-9025
(1)
Map of Ambleside Ocala
Gr: K-12 | 181 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 12
507 SE Broadway St
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 694-1635
Map of Barbaras Kitchen School Of Excellence (bkse)
Gr: 1-11 | 57 students
Specialized Curriculum
17050 N Us Highway 301 Unit 1
Citra, FL 32113
(352) 595-1346
Belleview Montessori School Photo
Gr: NS-PK | 50 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
9601 US-441
Belleview, FL 34420
(352) 492-1565
(1)
Crossroads Academy Photo
Gr: 3-12 | 137 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Special Education School
3681 NE 7th St
Ocala, FL 34470
(352) 694-4466
(1)
Map of Darul Uloom Of Ocala Fl Inc.
Gr: K-9 | 14 students
Islamic
500 N. W. 76 Terrace
Ocala, FL 34482
(352) 816-5823
Map of Dunnellon Christian Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 232 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7
Baptist
20831 Powell Rd
Dunnellon, FL 34431
(352) 489-7716
Faith Holistic Academy Photo
Gr: K-12 | 41 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Christian
7634 SW 60th Avenue
Ocala, FL 34476
(352) 509-4085
(1)
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Marion County Private Schools (Closed)

Clear Path Learning Center Photo
Gr: PK | 15 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
14829 NW 55th Ave Rd
Reddick, FL 32686
(352) 591-0229
(4)
Map of Kingdom Christian Acad/precious Children Preschool
Gr: PK-12 | 84 students
Specialized Curriculum
724 South Magnolia Avenue & 519 S.W. 10th Street
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 438-5464
Map of Queen Of Peace Montessori School
Gr: PK-K | 20 students
Montessori School (Catholic)
6455 Sw Hwy 200
Ocala, FL 34476
(352) 854-2181

Overview

Category
This State (FL)
US
# Schools
37 Schools
# Students
6,308 Students
479,900 Students
% Average Students of Color
35%
48%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
543 Teachers
41,743 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
52%
52%
Average Class Size
15 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
14 courses
14 courses
Average SAT score
1220
(Out of 1600)
1190
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
25

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,260
$13,840
Average % on Financial Aid
22%
48%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,167
$6,294
Average Acceptance Rate
79%
81%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.69
0.73
# American Indian Students
12 Students
1,211 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
106 Students
13,035 Students
% Asian Students
2%
3%
# Hispanic Students
863 Students
91,012 Students
% Hispanic Students
14%
19%
# Black Students
624 Students
55,353 Students
% Black Students
11%
12%
# White Students
2,801 Students
182,468 Students
% White Students
47%
39%
# Hawaiian Students
7 Students
1,211 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
1,574 Students
129,674 Students
% of Others Students
26%
27%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
5 extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
7 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Marion County, FL?
The top ranked private schools in Marion County, FL include Redeemer Christian School, Capstone Academy, and St. John Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in Marion County?
35 private schools are located in Marion County.
How much do private schools cost in Marion County?
The average tuition cost is $11,260, which is lower than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $13,840.
How diverse are private schools in Marion County?
Marion County private schools are approximately 35% minority students, which is lower than the Florida private school average of 48%.
What percentage of students in Marion County go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Marion County are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Marion County?
76% of private schools in Marion County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
Which private schools in Marion County are often viewed compared to one another?

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