For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 499 students in 34482, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 14 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 34482, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 34482, FL is Fessenden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34482 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34482, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34482, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fessenden Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Nw 89th Pl
Ocala, FL 34482
(352) 671-4935
Ocala, FL 34482
(352) 671-4935
Grades: PK-5
| 431 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ocala Center For Success And Independence
Alternative School
4055 Nw 105th St
Ocala, FL 34482
(352) 671-2777
Ocala, FL 34482
(352) 671-2777
Grades: 7-12
| 68 students
34482, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Marion County Marine Institute (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
4055 Nw 105th St
Ocala, FL 34482
(352) 671-6860
Ocala, FL 34482
(352) 671-6860
Grades: 6-12
| 48 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34482, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34482, FL include Fessenden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34482?
2 public schools are located in 34482.
What percentage of students in 34482 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 34482 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34482?
34482 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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