OCALA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OCALA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MARION school district, located in OCALA, FL with about 606 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, OCALA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

OCALA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Ocala, Florida, serving students in Marion County. The school is committed to fostering an environment that promotes academic excellence, character development, and a strong sense of community. By aligning its curriculum with the standards set by Marion County Public Schools, the institution focuses on foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth to prepare its students for future educational success.

The school is recognized for its dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize student engagement and individualized learning. As part of the larger Marion County school district, Ocala Springs utilizes modern educational resources and technology to enhance the classroom experience. Parents and community members are encouraged to participate in school events and volunteer programs, reflecting the school’s mission to create a collaborative partnership between the home and the classroom to support the holistic development of every child.

For more information, contact OCALA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (352) 671-6360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5757 NE 40TH AVENUE RD
OCALA, FL 34479-1857
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OCALA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in OCALA, FL with about 606 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MARION
Total Students:
606
Teachers:
41
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 606 students

White
54.3%
Black or African American
21.6%
Hispanic/Latino
16.0%
Two or more races
6.3%
Asian
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
51.3%
Male
48.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.