For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,674 students in 34472, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 34472, FL are Marion Charter School, Emerald Shores Elementary School and Greenway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34472 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34472, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34472, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marion Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
39 Cedar Rd
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 687-2100
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 687-2100
Grades: K-5
| 230 students
Rank: #22.
Emerald Shores Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
404 Emerald Rd
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4800
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4800
Grades: PK-5
| 698 students
Rank: #33.
Greenway Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
207 Midway Rd
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4845
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4845
Grades: PK-5
| 746 students
34472, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5895 Se 83rd St
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 245-6600
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 245-6600
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 34472, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 34472, FL include Marion Charter School, Emerald Shores Elementary School and Greenway Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34472?
3 public elementary schools are located in 34472.
What is the racial composition of students in 34472?
34472 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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