Marion Technical Institute is a vocational school in Marion County. The school offers nine courses in information technology, building sciences, robotics, culinary arts, automotive technology, business & finance, law and government, career academy, and global logistics.
Marion Virtual Franchise ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students (19-20)
15 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
20 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(19-20)7%
n/a
Asian
(19-20)7%
3%
Hispanic
(19-20)7%
34%
Black
(19-20)6%
22%
White
(19-20)73%
37%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(14-15)<50%
79%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
20%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% FL state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion Virtual Franchise?
The graduation rate of Marion Virtual Franchise is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 79%.
How many students attend Marion Virtual Franchise?
15 students attend Marion Virtual Franchise.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Marion Virtual Franchise students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What grades does Marion Virtual Franchise offer ?
Marion Virtual Franchise offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Marion Virtual Franchise part of?
Marion Virtual Franchise is part of Marion School District.
In what neighborhood is Marion Virtual Franchise located?
Marion Virtual Franchise is located in the Historic District neighborhood of Ocala, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Historic District.
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