For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,021 students in 34475, FL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 34475, FL is Howard Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 34475 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34475, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34475, FL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Howard Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1655 Nw 10th St
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 671-7225
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 671-7225
Gr: 6-8 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Marion Reg. Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
3040 Nw 10th St
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-1450
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-1450
Gr: 3-12 | 94 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
Mcso Adults
Alternative School
700 Nw 30th Ave
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-1450
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-1450
Gr: 8-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 90%
34475, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4000 W Anthony Rd
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 671-4925
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 671-4925
Gr: PK-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Mcso Juveniles (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
700 Nw 30th Ave
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-1450
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-1450
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 34475, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34475, FL include Howard Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 34475?
3 public middle schools are located in 34475.
What is the racial composition of students in 34475?
34475 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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