Very Good
#1038 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 27% in state
Based on limited data
Fordham Early Learning Academy
Elementary School · Marion · Ocala, FL
A Marion elementary school serving grades Pre-K – 2nd.
4000 W ANTHONY ROAD, Ocala, FL 33475
- 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 37 schools in Ocala.Learn more
Academics
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test scores
Most recent published year. School vs. FL average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
56.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Fordham Early Learning Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 29Car-Dependent
- Bike 37Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High3,553/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sonder AcademyPrivate · tuition | Not rated | PK–10 | 0.1 mi | 8 | Compare → |
| Destiny Leadership AcademyPrivate · tuition | Not rated | K–5 | 0.7 mi | 13 | Compare → |
| Oakcrest Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 3.1 | PK–5 | 1.5 mi | 555 | Compare → |
| Ina A.colen AcademyCharter · enrollment unverified | 8.8 | K–8 | Not available | 435 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Marion
- Schools in district
- 64
- Rank in district
- #6 of 58
- District spending per student
- $11,180NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 19.6%Census SAIPE · 2024
Fordham Early Learning Academy is listed in MARION; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Fordham Early Learning Academy
Fordham Early Learning Academy is a public elementary school in Ocala, FL, part of Marion, serving approximately 129 students in grades Pre-K-2nd with a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,038 of 3,778 schools in FL. Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Fordham Early Learning Academy
What grades does Fordham Early Learning Academy serve?
Fordham Early Learning Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Fordham Early Learning Academy?
Fordham Early Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fordham Early Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Fordham Early Learning Academy is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fordham Early Learning Academy rank in FL?
Fordham Early Learning Academy ranks #1,038 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Fordham Early Learning Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Fordham Early Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fordham Early Learning Academy a charter school?
No, Fordham Early Learning Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fordham Early Learning Academy a Title I school?
No, Fordham Early Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fordham Early Learning Academy?
56.6% of students at Fordham Early Learning Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 129
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.3%
- Phone
- (352) 236-0508
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2023–24
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