For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,966 students in Citra, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 35 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Citra, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in Citra, FL are North Marion Middle School and North Marion High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Citra, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Citra have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Citra, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Marion Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2085 W Highway 329
Citra, FL 32113
(352) 671-6035
Citra, FL 32113
(352) 671-6035
Gr: 6-8 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
North Marion High School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
151 W Highway 329
Citra, FL 32113
(352) 671-6010
Citra, FL 32113
(352) 671-6010
Gr: 9-12 | 1,228 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Citra, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Citra, FL include North Marion Middle School and North Marion High School.
How many public schools are located in Citra?
2 public schools are located in Citra.
What percentage of students in Citra go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Citra are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in Citra?
Citra public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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