Serving 959 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ward-highlands 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 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 959 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ward-highlands Elementary School's student population of 959 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
959 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ward-highlands 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 Ward-highlands Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1149 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
49%
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 Ward-highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Ward-highlands Elementary School is ranked #1149 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ward-highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Ward-highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Elementary School, Shady Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ward-highlands Elementary School?
959 students attend Ward-highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ward-highlands Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ward-highlands Elementary School?
Ward-highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ward-highlands Elementary School offer ?
Ward-highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ward-highlands Elementary School part of?
Ward-highlands Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
In what neighborhood is Ward-highlands Elementary School located?
Ward-highlands Elementary School is located in the Fort King District neighborhood of Ocala, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Fort King District.
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