For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,035 students in 34471, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34471, FL are Osceola Middle School, Marion Virtual Franchise and Student Services/ese. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 34471 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34471, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34471, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Osceola Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
526 Se Tuscawilla Ave
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-7100
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Marion Virtual Franchise
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1614 E Ft King St
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-6892
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-6892
Gr: K-12
Rank: #33.
Student Services/ese
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1614 E Fort King St
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-6832
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-6832
Gr: K-8 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Marion Technical Institute
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1614 E Fort King St
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-4765
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-4765
Gr: 8-12
Rank: #55.
Hillcrest
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3143 Se 17th St
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-6800
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-6800
Gr: 6-12 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 34471, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34471, FL include Osceola Middle School, Marion Virtual Franchise and Student Services/ese.
How many public middle schools are located in 34471?
5 public middle schools are located in 34471.
What is the racial composition of students in 34471?
34471 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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