For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,422 students in 34475, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 34475, FL are Madison Street Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts and Howard Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34475 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34475, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34475, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Madison Street Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
401 Nw Martin Luther King Jr A
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 671-7250
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 671-7250
Grades: PK-5
| 468 students
Rank: #22.
Howard Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1655 Nw 10th St
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 671-7225
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 671-7225
Grades: 6-8
| 891 students
Rank: n/an/a
Marion Reg. Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
3040 Nw 10th St
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-1450
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-1450
Grades: 6-12
| 63 students
34475, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4000 W Anthony Rd
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 671-4925
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 671-4925
Grades: PK-5
| 251 students
Mcso Juveniles (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
700 Nw 30th Ave
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-1450
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-1450
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 34475, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 34475, FL include Madison Street Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts and Howard Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34475?
3 public elementary schools are located in 34475.
What is the racial composition of students in 34475?
34475 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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