At a glance
Reported students
682
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
41
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida elementary enrollment
65th percentile
Compared with 2,220 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
696
Ocala Springs Elementary School: 682 reported students.
State peer staffing position
63rd percentile
16.6:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 641
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.2:1
What the reported data says about Ocala Springs Elementary School
Ocala Springs Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Ocala. It is one of 65 current school records connected to Marion. NCES reports 682 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,220 elementary schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 579 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 65th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.6:1, close to the Florida median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (46.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (23%). English learners represent 5.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Ocala Springs Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 16.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 41 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 17.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 64.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White46.6%
- Hispanic23%
- Black21.6%
- Asian0.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial7.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Marion
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Belleview Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
681 reported students
Emerald Shores Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
696 reported students
Belleview-Santos Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
663 reported students
South Ocala Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
712 reported students
Dunnellon Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
644 reported students
Greenway Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
720 reported students
Public schools near Ocala Springs Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Elementary School Elementary · Marion | PK–05 | 351 | 3.4 mi |
| Oakcrest Elementary School Elementary · Marion | PK–05 | 631 | 3.4 mi |
| Fordham Early Learning Academy Elementary · Marion | PK–02 | 215 | 3.9 mi |
| Wyomina Park Elementary School Elementary · Marion | PK–05 | 502 | 4.5 mi |
| Ward-Highlands Elementary School Elementary · Marion | PK–05 | 908 | 4.6 mi |
| Student Services/Ese Elementary · Marion | KG–08 | 7 | 4.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Ocala Springs Elementary School
What grades does Ocala Springs Elementary School serve?
Ocala Springs Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Marion.
How many students attend Ocala Springs Elementary School?
Ocala Springs Elementary School reported 682 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 65th percentile among 2,220 Florida elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 641 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Ocala Springs Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 16.6:1, based on 682 students and 41 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Ocala Springs Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Ocala Springs Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Marion attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Ocala Springs Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
64.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Ocala Springs Elementary School in?
Ocala Springs Elementary School is part of Marion, based in Ocala, FL, which operates 65 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Ocala Springs Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Anthony Elementary School (3.4 mi), Oakcrest Elementary School (3.4 mi), Fordham Early Learning Academy (3.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.