Needs Improvement
#3484 of 3,778 schools in FL
College Park Elementary School
Elementary School · MARION
1330 SW 33RD AVE, Ocala, FL 34474
Enrollment
824
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
824
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,484 of 3,778
In Ocala
#32 of 39
public schools
In district
#47 of 58
MARION
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About College Park Elementary School
College Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ocala, FL, part of MARION. College Park Elementary School serves approximately 824 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. College Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,484 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for College Park Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at College Park Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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College Park Elementary School — Students at College Park Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How College Park Elementary School Compares
See how College Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1330 SW 33RD AVE, Ocala, FL 34474
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering College Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCSO ADULTS Ocala | 1.4 mi | — |
| MEADOWBROOK ACADEMY Ocala | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| MARION REG. JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Ocala | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SHILOH SDA SCHOOL Ocala | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| SADDLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS Ocala | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Ocala | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| HOWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| BLESSED TRINITY SCHOOL Ocala | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Ocala | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| VICTORY ACADEMY OCALA Ocala | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 2.8 mi | 9.3 |
| ELC PK ESE SERVICES Ocala | 2.9 mi | — |
| AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ocala | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| THE CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Ocala | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34474 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,150
Median Home Value
$177,800
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
20,497
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
38.4
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|---|---|
| BAGDAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milton, FL | 3.9 |
| FLORA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 3.9 |
| GLOBAL OUTREACH CHARTER ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 3.9 |
| HANCOCK CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Fort Myers, FL | 3.9 |
| IDYLWILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville, FL | 3.9 |
| J. COLIN ENGLISH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Fort Myers, FL | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about College Park Elementary School
What grades does College Park Elementary School serve?
College Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend College Park Elementary School?
College Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 824 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at College Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at College Park Elementary School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does College Park Elementary School rank in FL?
College Park Elementary School ranks #3,484 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is College Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
College Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at College Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, College Park Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is College Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, College Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is College Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, College Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for College Park Elementary School?
72.8% of students at College Park Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 824
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (352) 291-4040
Resources & Links
District
MARION- District Enrollment
- 45,547
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,180
- District Rank
- #47 of 58
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