Saddlewood Elementary School vs Shady Hill Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 6.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Saddlewood Elementary School
Ocala · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,007 students
Shady Hill Elementary School
Ocala · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
615 students
| Measure | Saddlewood Elementary School Ocala, Florida | Shady Hill Elementary School Ocala, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1113 of 2,187 | #1018 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #18548 of 50,301 | #16886 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,007 | 615 |
| Enrollment | 1,007 | 615 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.2% | 53.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 66% |
| city | Ocala | Ocala |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shady Hill Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 59.5).
- •Saddlewood Elementary School does better on math proficiency (68% vs 66%).
- •Shady Hill Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.3% vs 55.2%).
- •Shady Hill Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 18.6).
- •Saddlewood Elementary School is the larger school with 1,007 students compared with 615.
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 Saddlewood Elementary School better than Shady Hill Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Shady Hill Elementary School ranks higher (61.9 vs 59.5 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 Saddlewood Elementary School and Shady Hill Elementary School?
About 6.4 km in a straight line, between Ocala and Ocala in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Saddlewood Elementary School: 1,007. Shady Hill Elementary School: 615. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Saddlewood Elementary School and Shady Hill Elementary School rank in Florida?
Saddlewood Elementary School is 1113th of 2,187 and Shady Hill Elementary School is 1018th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).