Serving 787 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George W. Marks Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George W. Marks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
George W. Marks Elementary School's student population of 787 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George W. Marks Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George W. Marks Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1568 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 George W. Marks Elementary School's ranking?
George W. Marks Elementary School is ranked #1568 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are George W. Marks Elementary School often compared to?
George W. Marks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Lake Elementary School, Citrus Grove Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend George W. Marks Elementary School?
787 students attend George W. Marks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of George W. Marks Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George W. Marks Elementary School?
George W. Marks Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does George W. Marks Elementary School offer ?
George W. Marks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is George W. Marks Elementary School part of?
George W. Marks Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is George W. Marks Elementary School located?
George W. Marks Elementary School is located in the Summer Woods neighborhood of Deland, FL.
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