Beta You're viewing our redesigned school page. Prefer the classic layout?

Dr N H Jones Elementary School

Q: Is Dr N H Jones Elementary School a good school?

Dr N H Jones Elementary School ranks 255 th of 2240 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public, Magnet Grades PK, KG-5

255^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 2,240 Florida Elementary Schools

Better than 89% of Florida elementary schools

Summary

Dr. N. H. Jones Elementary School is a high-performing public school in Ocala, FL, serving 789 students in grades PK through 5 and stands out as a beacon of academic excellence within the Marion County School District.

This school consistently outperforms its nearby peers by a wide margin. For example, in 3rd-grade math, 80% of Dr. N. H. Jones students were proficient, compared to just 40% at South Ocala Elementary School and 49% at Wyomina Park Elementary School. Its 5th-grade science scores are also exceptional, with 84% of students proficient versus only 43% district-wide. A key factor in this success is its exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of about 11%, which is roughly one-third the rate of the district average (35.2%) and far lower than nearby schools like Oakcrest Elementary School (43.1%) and College Park Elementary School (44.0%). This suggests a highly engaged student body and strong family-school connections.

Interestingly, the school achieves these results with notable financial efficiency, spending $11,444 per student—less than many lower-performing schools in the area. While it has seen a slight decline from its peak years (when it ranked in the top 12 schools in Florida), it remains a 4-star school in the 89th percentile. The only nearby school that rivals its performance is Madison Street Academy of Visual and Performing Arts, which scores slightly higher in most subjects and has even lower chronic absenteeism (5.0%). For parents seeking a top-tier elementary school in Ocala, Dr. N. H. Jones remains an excellent choice, delivering exceptional academic results in a supportive environment.

789

Students ?

15.1

Student/teacher ratio ?

$11,444

Per pupil spending ?

42.1%

Free/discounted lunch ?

1900 SW 5th St
Ocala, FL 34471

(352) 671-7260

District: Marion

Students who attend Dr N H Jones Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Liberty Middle School
High:	Forest High School

Racial breakdown:

White:

33.1%

African American:

28.4%

Hispanic:

22.4%

See top rated Florida elementary schools

Compare Dr N H Jones Elementary School to nearby elementary schools!

At a glance

▼ Ranking trend: Declining — 100th percentile in 2016 → 89th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Florida average (79% vs 62% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 11% of Florida elementary schools

✓Among the top-ranked schools in Marion

Worth a look

!Ranking has slipped — down 11 percentile points since 2016

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school79%

District avg52%

Florida avg62%

255^th of 2,240

Florida public elementary schools ?

Top 11%▼ down 11 pts since 2016

From top 1% (2016) to top 11% (2026)

See the entire ranking list of Florida Elementary Schools →

★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

2^nd of 32Elementary Schools in the Marion

63^rd of 70Marion among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

Show full rank history (all student groups)

All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	85.3	255 of 2240	88.6%	★★★★☆
2025	90.5	157 of 2258	93.0%	★★★★★
2024	86.9	259 of 2256	88.5%	★★★★☆
2023	87.6	229 of 2240	89.8%	★★★★☆
2022	89.8	193 of 2219	91.3%	★★★★★
2021	92.2	117 of 2247	94.8%	★★★★★
2019	97.0	12 of 2182	99.5%	★★★★★
2018	97.7	12 of 2118	99.4%	★★★★★
2017	98.7	5 of 2112	99.8%	★★★★★
2016	98.9	4 of 2087	99.8%	★★★★★
2014	98.5	4 of 2064	99.8%	★★★★★
2013	98.6	5 of 2029	99.8%	★★★★★
2012	98.4	6 of 1984	99.7%	★★★★★
2011	96.3	7 of 1985	99.6%	★★★★★
2010	95.3	18 of 1919	99.1%	★★★★★
2009	94.9	17 of 1847	99.1%	★★★★★
2008	94.4	26 of 1789	98.5%	★★★★★
2007	95.4	15 of 1786	99.2%	★★★★★
2006	95.1	35 of 1688	97.9%	★★★★★

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Math81%+16 vs state

Science79%+19 vs state

English Language Arts77%+16 vs state

5.0

5 ratings · 4 written reviews

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Rate Dr N H Jones Elementary School

Have first-hand experience? A quick rating - and a sentence or two about what stands out (teachers, academics, safety, communication) - helps other families know what to expect.

Takes about a minute. We email you a link to verify your review - your address is never shown publicly.

Tap a star to rate

What people are saying

by a parent
Saturday, May 5, 2012

I now have 4 children that have gotten in to the school. Could not be happier. I have always been in great private schools my whole life and never gave a public school a second thought when it came to my children, I knew they were going to go to the best private school in the area. Once I toured all the schools I was really surprised that a public school could be like this. I love the fact they wear uniforms, the parents participate actively and the children are very well mannered. I would say without a doubt that this is the best elementary school around. Only concern is you send your pre school child in one day for a test / evaluation and wait. Did not think I was going to be that nervous till they tried to get in to a college. LOL either way Great school Close Quote

by a parent
Tuesday, July 19, 2011

AWESOME PRINCIPAL, AWESOME TEACHERS, AWESOME SUPPORTING STAFF, AWESOME READING PROGRAM AND LIBRARY. My child was doing MULTIPLICATION IN 2nd GRADE and her computer skills put her mommy to shame!! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK DR. NH JONES!!! Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, May 26, 2011

Truly the best elementary school in Ocala. Top notch, plenty of available technology for the students. Close Quote

by a parent on FaceBook
Wednesday, February 9, 2011

I am so grateful to have my children at this school. They are receiving a superb education and experience. Close Quote

Schools Near Dr N H Jones Elementary School

Load more schools when map is moved

Ranking:

E Elementary M Middle H High A Alternative P Private

Choose columns to see: Summary School Students/Teachers Ranking Test Scores Finance All

School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)			FAST Math (2026)			Statewide Science Science (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 3rd Grade	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST Math 3rd Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Dr N H Jones Elementary School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	1900 SW 5th St	Ocala	34471	Marion County	Marion	No	Yes	No	No	(352) 671-7260	789	52	15.1	42.1%	261 (33.1%)	224 (28.4%)	177 (22.4%)	75 (9.5%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	51 (6.5%)	85.3	255^th of 2240 public elementary schools	88.6%		90.5	157^th of 2258 public elementary schools	93.0%	98	72.0	80.0	78.0	80.0	81.0	81.0	79.0	$11,444	$602	$10,841
Madison Street Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	401 NW Martin Luther King Jr	Ocala	34475	Marion County	Marion	No	Yes	No	No	(352) 671-7250	467	34	13.7	30.8%	275 (58.9%)	71 (15.2%)	82 (17.6%)	8 (1.7%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	30 (6.4%)	93.8	52^nd of 2240 public elementary schools	97.7%		90.9	136^th of 2258 public elementary schools	94.0%	84	86.0	91.0	83.0	90.0	88.0	88.0	84.0	$13,295	$1,085	$12,209
College Park Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1330 SW 33rd Ave	Ocala	34474	Marion County	Marion	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 291-4040	873	41	21.2	72.5%	163 (18.7%)	201 (23.0%)	468 (53.6%)	3 (0.3%)	3 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	35 (4.0%)	12.2	2098^th of 2240 public elementary schools	6.3%		15.6	2021^st of 2258 public elementary schools	10.5%	77	32.0	31.0	46.0	46.0	35.0	50.0	37.0	$10,451	$1,259	$9,191
Eighth Street Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	513 SE 8th St	Ocala	34471	Marion County	Marion	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 671-7125	381	26	14.6	29.9%	265 (69.6%)	50 (13.1%)	48 (12.6%)	3 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (3.9%)	84	282^nd of 2240 public elementary schools	87.4%		84.3	309^th of 2258 public elementary schools	86.3%	27	75.0	75.0	70.0	89.0	87.0	81.0	71.0	$13,125	$744	$12,381
Wyomina Park Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	511 NE 12th Ave	Ocala	34470	Marion County	Marion	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 671-6370	502	31	16.1	83.7%	129 (25.7%)	201 (40.0%)	123 (24.5%)	4 (0.8%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	44 (8.8%)	13.4	2073^rd of 2240 public elementary schools	7.5%		8.3	2181^st of 2258 public elementary schools	3.4%	108	41.0	30.0	38.0	49.0	38.0	43.0	44.0	$13,703	$1,899	$11,804
Marion Elearning	Public, Virtual	K-5	1614 E Ft King St	Ocala	34471	Marion County	Marion	No	No	Yes	No	(352) 236-0570	0	0			0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Student Services/Ese	Public	K-8	1614 E Fort King St	Ocala	34471	Marion County	Marion	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(352) 671-6832	7	0			3 (42.9%)	3 (42.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (14.3%)								(n/a)
South Ocala Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1430 SE 24th Rd	Ocala	34471	Marion County	Marion	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 671-4750	712	47	15.1	68.5%	256 (36.0%)	231 (32.4%)	169 (23.7%)	9 (1.3%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	46 (6.5%)	16.6	2006^th of 2240 public elementary schools	10.4%		22.8	1829^th of 2258 public elementary schools	19.0%	177	29.0	45.0	53.0	40.0	35.0	51.0	37.0	$13,469	$1,344	$12,126
Oakcrest Elementary School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	1112 NE 28th St	Ocala	34470	Marion County	Marion	No	Yes	No	Yes	(352) 671-6350	631	32	19.7	83.7%	151 (23.9%)	311 (49.3%)	120 (19.0%)	2 (0.3%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	46 (7.3%)	26	1764^th of 2240 public elementary schools	21.3%		7.7	2186^th of 2258 public elementary schools	3.2%	422	32.0	53.0	48.0	57.0	56.0	39.0	52.0	$12,582	$1,862	$10,720
Saddlewood Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3700 SW 43rd Ct	Ocala	34474	Marion County	Marion	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 291-4075	1,007	54	18.6	55.2%	296 (29.4%)	238 (23.6%)	354 (35.2%)	47 (4.7%)	1 (0.1%)	2 (0.2%)	69 (6.9%)	53.6	1055^th of 2240 public elementary schools	52.9%		39.9	1368^th of 2258 public elementary schools	39.4%	313	59.0	63.0	64.0	69.0	66.0	61.0	52.0	$10,660	$1,121	$9,538

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr N H Jones Elementary School

Is Dr N H Jones Elementary School a good school?

Dr N H Jones Elementary School ranks 255^th of 2240 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Dr N H Jones Elementary School?

Students at Dr N H Jones Elementary School are 33% White, 28% African American, 22% Hispanic, 10% Asian, 6% Two or more races.

What schools do graduates of Dr N H Jones Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Dr N H Jones Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Liberty Middle School
High : Forest High School

What district is Dr N H Jones Elementary School in?

Marion

How many students attend Dr N H Jones Elementary School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 789 students attended Dr N H Jones Elementary School.

Rate Dr N H Jones Elementary School!

Other helpful SchoolDigger resources...

Compare to nearby schools

FLFlorida Elementary School Rankings

FLFlorida District Rankings

Schools in Ocala, FL

Sign up for updates!

Be the first to know when there is an update for Dr N H Jones Elementary School!

Latest Florida data All new data »

2025–26 EOC, FAST & Statewide Science test scoresJun 26, 2026

2024–25 school spending dataMar 20, 2026

2024–25 graduation ratesJan 13, 2026

2024–25 EOC, FAST & Statewide Science test scoresJun 26, 2025

SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Florida Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.