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Marion County is in Central Florida, north of the city of Orlando and south of Gainesville. Its South side is blanketed by the calming Ocala National Forest and littered with fresh springs and lakes, making it the perfect outdoorsman’s paradise.
The city of Ocala is known for its historic downtown, museums such as the worldly Appleton Museum of Art and the renowned Marion County Theater. Additionally, Marion County is home to Rainbow River, enjoy a fun filled weekend of camping, paddling, bird watching, or a leisurely tube ride down the crystal blue water. Next, explore one of America’s largest natural springs with the convenience of staying dry, on a glass bottom boat tour at Silver Springs State Park. The Ocala National Forest State Park offers a multitude of options for hiking, cycling, hunting, and horseback riding. You will not want to miss the thrilling Equestrian Competitions, where you can see thoroughbred horses engage in carriage racing, jumping, and obstacle courses. The competitions are an important part of the history and culture of Marion County, for over 50 years Marion County has been known for its elite thoroughbred horse farms such as Ocala Stud and the Bridlewood Farm. If you are looking for something truly different and exhilarating, look no further than the abandoned limestone mine located in the city of Ocala. At the mine you can hike the gorgeous terrain or zipline through the vast limestone canyons!
Ultimately, Marion County offers something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you choose to lose yourself in the vast landscape or in one of the many city centers within the county, there is a place everyone will be able to call home.
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QUICK FACTS
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EMPLOYS THE LARGEST % OF THE WORKFORCE IN THIS AREA
14,967
TOTAL HOUSEHOLDS
65
POPULATION DENSITY PER SQUARE MILE
18 yrs
AVERAGE LENGTH OF HOUSEHOLD OCCUPANCY
14,311
AVERAGE YEAR BUILT
7%
ADULTS WITH A BACHELOR'S DEGREE
14,311
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| School Name | Address | Type | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marion Charter School | 39 Cedar Rd, Ocala, FL 34472, United States | N/A | |
| The Cornerstone School | 2313 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, FL 34471, United States | N/A | |
| Maplewood Elementary School | 4751 SE 24th St, Ocala, FL 34480, United States | Elementary School | |
| Marion Oaks Elementary School | 280 Marion Oaks Trail, Ocala, FL 34473, United States | Elementary School | |
| The School Board of Marion County | 1614 E Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34471, United States | N/A | |
| Eighth Street Elementary School | 513 SE 8th St, Ocala, FL 34471, United States | Elementary School | |
| Legacy Elementary School | 8496 Juniper Rd, Ocala, FL 34480, United States | Elementary School | |
| Ambleside Ocala | 507 SE Broadway St, Ocala, FL 34471, United States | N/A | |
| Horizon Academy | 365 Marion Oaks Dr, Ocala, FL 34473, United States | N/A | |
| Hillcrest Public School | 3143 SE 17th St, Ocala, FL 34471, United States | N/A | |
| Ocala Springs Elementary School | 5757 NE 40th Avenue Rd, Ocala, FL 34479, United States | Elementary School | |
| Sunrise Elementary School | 375 Marion Oaks Course, Ocala, FL 34473, United States | Elementary School | |
| Liberty Middle School | 4773 SW 95th St, Ocala, FL 34476, United States | Middle School | |
| Fordham Early Learning Academy | 4000 W Anthony Rd, Ocala, FL 34475, United States | N/A | |
| Fessenden Elementary School | 4200 NW 89th Pl, Ocala, FL 34482, United States | Elementary School | |
| Saddlewood Elementary School | 3700 SW 43rd Ct, Ocala, FL 34474, United States | Elementary School | |
| Hammett Bowen Elementary School | 4397 SW 95th St, Ocala, FL 34476, United States | Elementary School | |
| Greenway Elementary School | 207 Midway Rd, Ocala, FL 34472, United States | Elementary School | |
| College Park Elementary School | 1330 SW 33rd Ave, Ocala, FL 34474, United States | Elementary School | |
| Dr NH Jones Elementary School | 1900 SW 5th St, Ocala, FL 34471, United States | Elementary School |
