Heritage Junior Academy is dedicated to serving young students in the harmonious development of their mental, spiritual and physical development.
A strong academic program is provided with Christian principles interwoven and applied throughout the curriculum.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ocala Adventist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
Student Body
Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
76%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost per stduent is $300 monthly for 10 months, (August-May). Registration fees are $175 which include books, student insurance and other miscellaneous items.
Admissions Director
Linda Westbrook
Admissions Associate
Dottie Massengill
School Notes
- Heritage Junior Academy is a small coed Christian school which has been in operation since 1925. The teachers are dedicated to help students learn and apply that knowledge in all phases of their development.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ocala Adventist Academy cost?
Ocala Adventist Academy's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Ocala Adventist Academy?
The application deadline for Ocala Adventist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Ocala Adventist Academy is Ocala Christian Learning Academy Inc. (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Pauls Christian School (0.9 miles away)
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Grades: K-11 | 28 students 0.4 miles 3732 Ne 7th St
Ocala, FL 34470
(407) 408-0320
Ocala, FL 34470
(407) 408-0320
0.4
K-11
28
Grades: 3-12 | 137 students 0.5 miles 3681 NE 7th St
Ocala, FL 34470
(352) 694-4466
Ocala, FL 34470
(352) 694-4466
0.5
3-12
137
St. Pauls Christian School
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
Grades: PK-K | 148 students 0.9 miles 800 Se 41st Ave
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 362-4161
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 362-4161
0.9
PK-K
148
Grades: PK-5 | 161 students 1 miles 2967 E Silver Springs Blvd
Ocala, FL 34470
(352) 351-3140
Ocala, FL 34470
(352) 351-3140
1
PK-5
161
Grades: PK-12 | 468 students 1.4 miles 1714 Se 36th Avenue
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 694-4178
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 694-4178
1.4
PK-12
468
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