Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eighth Street Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Eighth Street Elementary School serves the southwest part of Ocala, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive for families residing within this zone, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eighth Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eighth Street Elementary School's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eighth Street Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eighth Street Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#207 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Bald Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eighth Street Elementary School's ranking?
Eighth Street Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Eighth Street Elementary School often compared to?
Eighth Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr N H Jones Elementary School, Madison Street Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Eighth Street Elementary School?
381 students attend Eighth Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Eighth Street Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eighth Street Elementary School?
Eighth Street Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eighth Street Elementary School offer ?
Eighth Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eighth Street Elementary School part of?
Eighth Street Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
In what neighborhood is Eighth Street Elementary School located?
Eighth Street Elementary School is located in the Historic District neighborhood of Ocala, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Historic District.
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