For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 682 students in 34479, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 52 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 34479, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public school in 34479, FL is Ocala Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 34479 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34479, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34479, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocala Springs Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5757 Ne 40th Avenue Rd
Ocala, FL 34479
(352) 671-6360
Ocala, FL 34479
(352) 671-6360
Gr: PK-5 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34479, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34479, FL include Ocala Springs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34479?
1 public schools are located in 34479.
What percentage of students in 34479 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 34479 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34479?
34479 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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