Serving 873 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, College Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: College Park Elementary School serves the west part of Ocala, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 30.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically face a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 4.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
College Park Elementary School's student population of 873 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
873 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
College Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of College Park Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2396 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Hispanic
54%
38%
Black
23%
21%
White
19%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red, and White
School Mascot
Husky
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is College Park Elementary School's ranking?
College Park Elementary School is ranked #2396 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are College Park Elementary School often compared to?
College Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saddlewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend College Park Elementary School?
873 students attend College Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of College Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of College Park Elementary School?
College Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does College Park Elementary School offer ?
College Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is College Park Elementary School part of?
College Park Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed (Indigenous Peoples Day)
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
School Closed (Thanksgiving)
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
School Closed (Thanksgiving)
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
School Closed (Thanksgiving)
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
School Closed (Winter Break)
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
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