Serving 931 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fort Mccoy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 931 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Fort McCoy School encompasses the northeast part of Fort Mc Coy, FL, covering approximately 523.8 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 20-30 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 25.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Mccoy School's student population of 931 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
931 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Mccoy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Mccoy School is 0.30, 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
#2905 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
83%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Mccoy School's ranking?
Fort Mccoy School is ranked #2905 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort Mccoy School often compared to?
Fort Mccoy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Marion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fort Mccoy School?
931 students attend Fort Mccoy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Fort Mccoy School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Mccoy School?
Fort Mccoy School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort Mccoy School offer ?
Fort Mccoy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Mccoy School part of?
Fort Mccoy School is part of Marion School District.
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