LEGACY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LEGACY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MARION school district, located in OCALA, FL with about 780 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 48 teachers, LEGACY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

LEGACY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Ocala, Florida, and serves as part of the Marion County Public Schools district. The school is committed to providing a foundational educational experience for elementary-aged students, focusing on academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. Its curriculum aligns with state standards, aiming to prepare students for success in their transition to middle school and beyond.

As part of the broader Marion County school system, Legacy Elementary benefits from district-wide resources and pedagogical frameworks designed to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment. The school prioritizes community engagement and collaboration between teachers, parents, and students to ensure a holistic approach to education. For specific details regarding school programs, extracurricular activities, or administrative news, parents and community members can visit their official district website at http://www.marion.k12.fl.us/.

For more information, contact LEGACY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (352) 671-0800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8496 JUNIPER RD
OCALA, FL 34480-8205
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LEGACY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in OCALA, FL with about 780 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MARION
Total Students:
780
Teachers:
48
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 780 students

White
38.8%
Black or African American
29.1%
Hispanic/Latino
23.7%
Two or more races
7.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%
Asian
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
46.3%
Male
53.7%

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.