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#3050 of 3,778 schools in FL

Greenway Elementary School

Elementary School · MARION

207 MIDWAY RD, Ocala, FL 34472

Enrollment

746

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#3,050 of 3,778

In Ocala

#25 of 39

public schools

In district

#35 of 58

MARION

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Greenway Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Ocala · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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4.0/10

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About Greenway Elementary School

Greenway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ocala, FL, part of MARION. Greenway Elementary School serves approximately 746 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,050 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Greenway Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Greenway 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-13.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.5 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,180
Chronic Absenteeism34.9%

Greenway Elementary School — Students at Greenway Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
71%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2013
ELA
49%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
45.5%
ELA
43.7%
2024
Math
46.7%
ELA
40.7%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Greenway Elementary School Compares

See how Greenway Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in FL
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

207 MIDWAY RD, Ocala, FL 34472

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARION CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELLEVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY / LFCS (rated 7.4/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Belleview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WARD-HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 5.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MARION CHARTER SCHOOL Ocala 0.9 mi 8.4
EMERALD SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala 2.8 mi 4.0
FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Ocala 3.4 mi 5.3
LAKE WEIR HIGH SCHOOL Ocala 3.7 mi 4.1
LEGACY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala 4.0 mi 4.7
MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala 4.4 mi 6.4
BELLEVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY / LFCS Belleview 4.7 mi 7.4
SILVER RIVER MENTORING AND INSTRUCTION Ocala 4.5 mi 3.3
BELLEVIEW-SANTOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belleview 4.7 mi 4.3
LIFESPAN ACADEMY LLC Belleview 4.8 mi
BELLEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belleview 5.3 mi 5.2
ST PAULS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ocala 5.5 mi
OCALI CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala 5.4 mi 7.6
BELLEVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Belleview 5.5 mi 5.5
OCALA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ocala 5.5 mi 7.6
BELLEVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Belleview 5.6 mi 6.1
WARD-HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala 5.9 mi 7.0
HILLCREST Ocala 5.8 mi 5.6
OCALA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Ocala 6.1 mi
OCALA CHRISTIAN LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Ocala 6.5 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,635

Median Home Value

$185,900

Median Rent

$1,232/mo

Population

34,665

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

78.7%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenway Elementary School

What grades does Greenway Elementary School serve?

Greenway Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Greenway Elementary School?

Greenway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 746 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenway Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenway Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenway Elementary School rank in FL?

Greenway Elementary School ranks #3,050 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Greenway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Greenway Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenway Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Greenway Elementary School a charter school?

No, Greenway Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Greenway Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Greenway Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greenway Elementary School?

66.0% of students at Greenway 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
746
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.9%

District

MARION
District Enrollment
45,547
Schools in District
64
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,180
District Rank
#35 of 58

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