Forest High School vs Marion Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forest High School
Ocala · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,387 students
Marion Charter School
Ocala · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
228 students
| Measure | Forest High School Ocala, Florida | Marion Charter School Ocala, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 576 | #851 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #7157 of 16,910 | #13910 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,387 | 228 |
| Enrollment | 2,387 | 228 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.3% | 57.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 72% |
| city | Ocala | Ocala |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.3 vs 54.6).
- •Marion Charter School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 48%).
- •Forest High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 57%).
- •Forest High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.3% vs 57.9%).
- •Marion Charter School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 24.1).
- •Forest High School is the larger school with 2,387 students compared with 228.
- •Forest High School is a public school while Marion Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Forest High School better than Marion Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), Marion Charter School ranks higher (66.3 vs 54.6 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 Forest High School and Marion Charter School?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Ocala and Ocala in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forest High School: 2,387. Marion Charter School: 228. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forest High School and Marion Charter School rank in Florida?
Forest High School is 241st of 576 and Marion Charter School is 851st of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).