Serving 615 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shady Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shady Hill Elementary School serves the southwest part of Ocala, FL, covering an area of approximately 20.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shady Hill Elementary School's student population of 615 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
615 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Shady Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shady Hill Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1360 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
30%
38%
Black
11%
21%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Hill Elementary School is ranked #1360 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Shady Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Shady Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saddlewood Elementary School, Ward-highlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Shady Hill Elementary School?
615 students attend Shady Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Shady Hill Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Hill Elementary School?
Shady Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shady Hill Elementary School offer ?
Shady Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shady Hill Elementary School part of?
Shady Hill Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
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