Serving 710 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Ocala Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Ocala Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Ocala Elementary School's student population of 710 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Ocala Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Ocala Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2239 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
40%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 is South Ocala Elementary School's ranking?
South Ocala Elementary School is ranked #2239 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Ocala Elementary School often compared to?
South Ocala Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eighth Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Ocala Elementary School?
710 students attend South Ocala Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of South Ocala Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Ocala Elementary School?
South Ocala Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Ocala Elementary School offer ?
South Ocala Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Ocala Elementary School part of?
South Ocala Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
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