Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ochwilla 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 34% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ochwilla Elementary School's student population of 399 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ochwilla 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 Ochwilla Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2900 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ochwilla Elementary School's ranking?
Ochwilla Elementary School is ranked #2900 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ochwilla Elementary School often compared to?
Ochwilla Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melrose 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 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ochwilla Elementary School?
399 students attend Ochwilla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ochwilla Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ochwilla Elementary School?
Ochwilla Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ochwilla Elementary School offer ?
Ochwilla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ochwilla Elementary School part of?
Ochwilla Elementary School is part of Putnam School District.
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