Forest High School vs South Ocala Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 5.5 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
South Ocala Elementary School
Ocala · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
712 students
| Measure | Forest High School Ocala, Florida | South Ocala Elementary School Ocala, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 576 | #1337 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #7157 of 16,910 | #22592 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,387 | 712 |
| Enrollment | 2,387 | 712 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.3% | 68.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 56% |
| city | Ocala | Ocala |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (54.6 vs 53.7).
- •South Ocala Elementary School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 48%).
- •Forest High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 53%).
- •Forest High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.3% vs 68.5%).
- •South Ocala Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 24.1).
- •Forest High School is the larger school with 2,387 students compared with 712.
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 South Ocala Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Forest High School and South Ocala Elementary School?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Ocala and Ocala in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forest High School: 2,387. South Ocala Elementary School: 712. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forest High School and South Ocala Elementary School rank in Florida?
Forest High School is 241st of 576 and South Ocala Elementary School is 1337th of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).