Serving 911 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ward-highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ward-highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ward-highlands Elementary School's student population of 911 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
911 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ward-highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ward-highlands Elementary School is 0.62, which is less 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
#1002 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Ward-highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Ward-highlands Elementary School is ranked #1002 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ward-highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Ward-highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Elementary School, Shady Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ward-highlands Elementary School?
911 students attend Ward-highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ward-highlands Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ward-highlands Elementary School?
Ward-highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ward-highlands Elementary School offer ?
Ward-highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ward-highlands Elementary School part of?
Ward-highlands Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
In what neighborhood is Ward-highlands Elementary School located?
Ward-highlands Elementary School is located in the Fort King District neighborhood of Ocala, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Fort King District.
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