Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Marion 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Marion Elementary School serves the eastern part of Silver Springs, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 293 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 7.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Marion Elementary School's student population of 631 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
East Marion 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 East Marion Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#2679 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
77%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Marion Elementary School's ranking?
East Marion Elementary School is ranked #2679 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are East Marion Elementary School often compared to?
East Marion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Mccoy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend East Marion Elementary School?
631 students attend East Marion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of East Marion Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Marion Elementary School?
East Marion Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Marion Elementary School offer ?
East Marion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Marion Elementary School part of?
East Marion Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
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