Excellent
#507 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 13% in state
Marion Charter School
Elementary School · MARION
39 CEDAR RD, Ocala, FL 34472
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#507 of 3,778
In Ocala
#3 of 39
public schools
In district
#3 of 58
MARION
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Marion Charter School
Elementary School in Ocala · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Marion Charter School
Marion Charter School is a public elementary school in Ocala, FL, part of MARION. Marion Charter School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Marion Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #507 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Marion Charter School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Marion Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Marion Charter School — Students at Marion Charter School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Marion Charter School Compares
See how Marion Charter 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
39 CEDAR RD, Ocala, FL 34472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marion Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELLEVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY / LFCS (rated 7.4/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Belleview), with a comparable rating. Another option is WARD-HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 5.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 4.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREENWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| EMERALD SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Ocala | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LEGACY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BELLEVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY / LFCS Belleview | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BELLEVIEW-SANTOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belleview | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| LAKE WEIR HIGH SCHOOL Ocala | 3.9 mi | 4.1 |
| LIFESPAN ACADEMY LLC Belleview | 4.0 mi | — |
| MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| SILVER RIVER MENTORING AND INSTRUCTION Ocala | 4.3 mi | 3.3 |
| BELLEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belleview | 4.6 mi | 5.2 |
| BELLEVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Belleview | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| BELLEVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Belleview | 4.8 mi | 6.1 |
| OCALI CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 5.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PAULS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ocala | 5.3 mi | — |
| OCALA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ocala | 5.3 mi | 7.6 |
| HILLCREST Ocala | 5.6 mi | 5.6 |
| WARD-HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 5.7 mi | 7.0 |
| OCALA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Ocala | 6.0 mi | — |
| OCALA CHRISTIAN LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Ocala | 6.4 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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DR. FREDERICA S. WILSON/SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Gardens, FL | 8.4 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brandon, FL | 8.4 |
| OLYMPIA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 8.4 |
| ROCK LAKE ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 8.4 |
| ROSARIAN ACADEMY West Palm Beach, FL | 8.4 |
| ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL West Park, FL | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marion Charter School
What grades does Marion Charter School serve?
Marion Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Marion Charter School?
Marion Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marion Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Marion Charter School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marion Charter School rank in FL?
Marion Charter School ranks #507 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Marion Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Marion Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Marion Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marion Charter School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marion Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Marion Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Marion Charter School a Title I school?
No, Marion Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marion Charter School?
68.3% of students at Marion Charter 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (352) 687-2100
Resources & Links
District
MARION- District Enrollment
- 45,547
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,180
- District Rank
- #3 of 58
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