Serving 388 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 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Ochwilla Elementary School serves the western part of the Hawthorne, FL school district, encompassing an area of approximately 101.2 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive time of 15 to 20 minutes to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ochwilla Elementary School's student population of 388 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 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
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
38%
Black
15%
21%
White
56%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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?
388 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, 15% of students are Black, 11% 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 18:1, which is higher than 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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