Ocala Center For Success And Independence serves 64 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocala Center For Success And Independence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ocala Center For Success And Independence's student population of 64 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ocala Center For Success And Independence is 0.34, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
37%
Black
80%
21%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ocala Center For Success And Independence?
64 students attend Ocala Center For Success And Independence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ocala Center For Success And Independence students are Black, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ocala Center For Success And Independence offer ?
Ocala Center For Success And Independence offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Ocala Center For Success And Independence part of?
Ocala Center For Success And Independence is part of Marion School District.
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