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Pace Center for Girls Inc.
High School · MARION
328 NE 1ST AVE STE 500, Ocala, FL 34470
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,173 of 3,778
In Ocala
#14 of 39
public schools
In district
#16 of 58
MARION
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Pace Center for Girls Inc.
Pace Center for Girls Inc. is a public high school in Ocala, FL, part of MARION. Pace Center for Girls Inc. serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pace Center for Girls Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,173 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pace Center for Girls Inc. show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Pace Center for Girls Inc. 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 Pace Center for Girls Inc. 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.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Pace Center for Girls Inc. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Pace Center for Girls Inc. — Students at Pace Center for Girls Inc. score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 9.5/10.
How Pace Center for Girls Inc. Compares
See how Pace Center for Girls Inc. 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
328 NE 1ST AVE STE 500, Ocala, FL 34470
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pace Center for Girls Inc. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE (rated 3.1/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VICTORY ACADEMY OCALA Ocala | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| AMBLESIDE SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ELC PK ESE SERVICES Ocala | 0.5 mi | — |
| OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| WYOMINA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| MADISON STREET ACADEMY OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS Ocala | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| BLESSED TRINITY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MARION COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY Ocala | 1.1 mi | — |
| HOWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| SHILOH SDA SCHOOL Ocala | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| MARION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Ocala | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| FORT KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| DR N H JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ocala | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| FIRST ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & DAYCARE Ocala | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL Ocala | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| THE CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Ocala | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
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 Pace Center for Girls Inc.
What grades does Pace Center for Girls Inc. serve?
Pace Center for Girls Inc. serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Pace Center for Girls Inc.?
Pace Center for Girls Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls Inc.?
The student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls Inc. is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pace Center for Girls Inc. rank in FL?
Pace Center for Girls Inc. ranks #2,173 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pace Center for Girls Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Pace Center for Girls Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Pace Center for Girls Inc.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace Center for Girls Inc. has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pace Center for Girls Inc. a charter school?
No, Pace Center for Girls Inc. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pace Center for Girls Inc. a Title I school?
No, Pace Center for Girls Inc. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace Center for Girls Inc.?
84.2% of students at Pace Center for Girls Inc. 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (352) 369-0571
Resources & Links
District
MARION- District Enrollment
- 45,547
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,180
- District Rank
- #16 of 58
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