Ocala Center For Success And Independence serves 68 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- 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 68 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
68 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 0.54, 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
6%
37%

Black
57%
21%

White
37%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
47%

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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ocala Center For Success And Independence?
68 students attend Ocala Center For Success And Independence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ocala Center For Success And Independence students are Black, 37% of students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
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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