Serving 720 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greenway Elementary 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenway Elementary School serves the southeast part of Ocala, FL, covering an area of approximately 20.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenway Elementary School's student population of 720 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
720 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenway Elementary 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 Greenway Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2460 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
hunter green, navy and tan
School Mascot
Al The Gator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenway Elementary School's ranking?
Greenway Elementary School is ranked #2460 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Greenway Elementary School often compared to?
Greenway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerald Shores Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Greenway Elementary School?
720 students attend Greenway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Greenway Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenway Elementary School?
Greenway Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenway Elementary School offer ?
Greenway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenway Elementary School part of?
Greenway Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
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