For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 2,325 students in 34473, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in 34473, FL are Marion Oaks Elementary School and Sunrise Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34473 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34473, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34473, FL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
280 Marion Oaks Trl
Ocala, FL 34473
(352) 291-7975
Ocala, FL 34473
(352) 291-7975
Gr: PK-5 | 1,050 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Sunrise Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
375 Marion Oaks Crse
Ocala, FL 34473
(352) 671-6200
Ocala, FL 34473
(352) 671-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 1,275 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 34473, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in 34473, FL include Marion Oaks Elementary School and Sunrise Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 34473?
2 public preschools are located in 34473.
What is the racial composition of students in 34473?
34473 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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