For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,181 students in 34476, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 441 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 34476, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34476, FL are Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School and Liberty Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34476 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34476, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34476, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4397 Sw 95th St
Ocala, FL 34476
(352) 291-7900
Ocala, FL 34476
(352) 291-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 1,010 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4773 Sw 95th St
Ocala, FL 34476
(352) 291-7930
Ocala, FL 34476
(352) 291-7930
Gr: 6-8 | 1,171 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34476, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34476, FL include Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School and Liberty Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 34476?
3 public schools are located in 34476.
What percentage of students in 34476 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 34476 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34476?
34476 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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