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Marion County Acceleration Academy
High School · MARION
1515 E SILVER SPRINGS BLVD UNIT 222, Ocala, FL 34470
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
68.2:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
68.2:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Marion County Acceleration Academy
Marion County Acceleration Academy is a public high school in Ocala, FL, part of the MARION. The school serves approximately 341 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 68.2:1. Students demonstrate 36% in reading/language arts, 17 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $49,592, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Marion County Acceleration Academy is 68.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 341 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 68.2:1
- Address
- 1515 E SILVER SPRINGS BLVD UNIT 222, Ocala, FL 34470
- Phone
- (352) 329-2799
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 1 test record from FL state assessments. About our data
How Marion County Acceleration Academy Compares
See how Marion County Acceleration Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1515 E SILVER SPRINGS BLVD UNIT 222, Ocala, FL 34470
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marion County Acceleration Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE (rated 6.1/10, 0.3 miles away). Another option is HILLCREST (rated 5.4/10, 1.9 miles away). Additionally, PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. (rated 5.3/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Ocala | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ELC PK ESE SERVICES Ocala | 0.9 mi | — |
| FIRST ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & DAYCARE Ocala | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| VICTORY ACADEMY OCALA Ocala | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Ocala | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ocala | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW LEAF CENTER Ocala | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| BLESSED TRINITY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| THE CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Ocala | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| MONTESSORI PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH OCALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| HILLCREST Ocala | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,592
Median Home Value
$171,500
Median Rent
$1,124/mo
Population
21,521
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
40.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Marion County Acceleration Academy has a median household income of $49,592. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $171,500, with a median rent of $1,124/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.5%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| MATER ACADEMY BISCAYNE NORTH MIAMI HIGH SCHOOL Miami, FL | — |
| MATER BRICKELL ACADEMY HIGH Miami, FL | — |
| SAN JOSE EARLY COLLEGE AT CECIL Jacksonville, FL | — |
| WEST UNIVERSITY CHARTER HIGH Tampa, FL | 3.1 |
| PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY Clearwater, FL | 3.2 |
| CORONADO HIGH SCHOOL Ft. Myers, FL | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marion County Acceleration Academy
What grades does Marion County Acceleration Academy serve?
Marion County Acceleration Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Marion County Acceleration Academy?
Marion County Acceleration Academy has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marion County Acceleration Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Marion County Acceleration Academy is 68.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Marion County Acceleration Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Marion County Acceleration Academy has 36.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Marion County Acceleration Academy a charter school?
No, Marion County Acceleration Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marion County Acceleration Academy a Title I school?
No, Marion County Acceleration Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marion County Acceleration Academy?
73.3% of students at Marion County Acceleration 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,553/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ocala). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 341
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 68.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (352) 329-2799
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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