Serving 1,007 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Saddlewood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saddlewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Saddlewood Elementary School's student population of 1,007 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,007 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Helping Every Student Succeed
School Rankings
Saddlewood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saddlewood Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1330 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
35%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
29%
34%
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
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Marion School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saddlewood Elementary School's ranking?
Saddlewood Elementary School is ranked #1330 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Saddlewood Elementary School often compared to?
Saddlewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shady Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Saddlewood Elementary School?
1,007 students attend Saddlewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Saddlewood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saddlewood Elementary School?
Saddlewood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saddlewood Elementary School offer ?
Saddlewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saddlewood Elementary School part of?
Saddlewood Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This School is the very best school you could go to,Nice teachers,and people in general!I`m Going into the 5th grade and I can already tell that`s it`s gonna be great!
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