East Marion Elementary School vs John E. Ford K-8 School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Marion Elementary School
Silver Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
631 students
John E. Ford K-8 School
Jacksonville · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
631 students
| Measure | East Marion Elementary School Silver Springs, Florida | John E. Ford K-8 School Jacksonville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2040 of 2,187 | #1770 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #37476 of 50,301 | #30702 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 631 | 631 |
| Enrollment | 631 | 631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.7% | 51.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 45% |
| city | Silver Springs | Jacksonville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John E. Ford K-8 School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.9 vs 31.6).
- •John E. Ford K-8 School does better on math proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •East Marion Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 39%).
- •John E. Ford K-8 School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.2% vs 80.7%).
- •East Marion Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.5).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is East Marion Elementary School better than John E. Ford K-8 School?
On the Success Index (US), John E. Ford K-8 School ranks higher (41.9 vs 31.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are East Marion Elementary School and John E. Ford K-8 School?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Silver Springs and Jacksonville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Marion Elementary School: 631. John E. Ford K-8 School: 631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Marion Elementary School and John E. Ford K-8 School rank in Florida?
East Marion Elementary School is 2040th of 2,187 and John E. Ford K-8 School is 1770th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).