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#2329 of 3,778 schools in FL
New Leaf Center
School · MARION
1601 NE 25TH AVE STE 602, Ocala, FL 34470
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,329 of 3,778
In Ocala
#15 of 39
public schools
In district
#18 of 58
MARION
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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New Leaf Center
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About New Leaf Center
New Leaf Center is a public school in Ocala, FL, part of MARION. New Leaf Center serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. New Leaf Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,329 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for New Leaf Center show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, New Leaf Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at New Leaf Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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New Leaf Center — Students at New Leaf Center score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 37 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: 9.2/10.
How New Leaf Center Compares
See how New Leaf Center 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
1601 NE 25TH AVE STE 602, Ocala, FL 34470
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Leaf Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. OCALA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROSSROADS ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & DAYCARE Ocala | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Ocala | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| OCALA CHRISTIAN LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Ocala | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| MARION COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY Ocala | 1.5 mi | — |
| MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Ocala | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| OCALA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Ocala | 1.6 mi | — |
| WARD-HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW HORIZON ACADEMY FOR EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS Ocala | 1.7 mi | — |
| HILLCREST Ocala | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PAULS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ocala | 2.2 mi | — |
| OCALA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ocala | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ELC PK ESE SERVICES Ocala | 2.3 mi | — |
| VICTORY ACADEMY OCALA Ocala | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Ocala | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL Ocala | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Leaf Center
What grades does New Leaf Center serve?
New Leaf Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend New Leaf Center?
New Leaf Center has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Leaf Center?
The student-teacher ratio at New Leaf Center is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Leaf Center rank in FL?
New Leaf Center ranks #2,329 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is New Leaf Center's MySchoolScout rating?
New Leaf Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 New Leaf Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Leaf Center has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New Leaf Center a charter school?
No, New Leaf Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Leaf Center a Title I school?
No, New Leaf Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Leaf Center?
87.0% of students at New Leaf Center 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 123
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (352) 245-3586
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
MARION- District Enrollment
- 45,547
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,180
- District Rank
- #18 of 58
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