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#57 of 3,777 schools in FL

Top 2% in state

Bay Meadows Elementary

Elementary School · ORANGE

9150 S APOPKA VINELAND RD, Orlando, FL 32836

Enrollment

722

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Orlando

#3 of 192

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#54 of 2,196

In district

#4 of 258

ORANGE

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Bay Meadows Elementary

Bay Meadows Elementary is a regular public school in Orlando, Florida, serving 722 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Its composite score of 9.0 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — places it third among 192 public schools in Orlando and 57th among 3,777 public schools statewide. Put another way, Bay Meadows outperforms 98% of Florida schools, a standing that reflects consistent, system-wide performance rather than a single strong metric.

The school's growth score of 9.6 is its sharpest edge. That figure measures how much students advance relative to academic peers — and a 9.6 signals that Bay Meadows is accelerating learning well beyond grade-level expectations. Academic achievement lands at 8.4, rounding out a profile that balances high baseline outcomes with strong forward momentum.

With a student-teacher ratio of 15.4 to 1 across 722 enrolled students, Bay Meadows keeps class sizes manageable at a school that draws competitive interest. For families searching in the Orlando area, the performance data here is straightforward: this is one of the strongest-performing elementary schools in the region, and the numbers back it up at both the city and state level.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.15 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendImproving
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66%
Reading/ELA Proficiency72%
Math vs. State Avg+5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.8 pts
Overall Proficiency69%
Expected (poverty-adj.)62%
vs. Expected+7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,530

Bay Meadows Elementary — Students at Bay Meadows Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 74.6%
School
State
58.1%
ELA Proficiency 74.4%
School
State
54.2%

Based on 10 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
80%
ELA
77%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Bay Meadows Elementary Compares

See how Bay Meadows Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
99th percentile in FL
Academic
8.4/10
8.4/10
Growth
9.6/10
Above average
Environment
8.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers

Location

9150 S APOPKA VINELAND RD, Orlando, FL 32836

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bay Meadows Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNSET PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Windermere), with a comparable rating. Another option is DR. PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FLORIDA VIRTUAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SAND LAKE ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.7 mi 5.2
ORLANDO JEWISH DAYSCHOOL Orlando 1.8 mi 7.4
ORLANDO JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Orlando 1.8 mi 6.5
MEOROS GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Vineland 2.2 mi
DR. PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Orlando 2.2 mi 8.4
LAKE BUENA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL Orlando 2.3 mi 4.6
MUSLIM ACADEMY OF GREATER ORLANDO Orlando 2.6 mi 7.7
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Orlando 2.5 mi 6.1
DR. PHILLIPS HIGH Orlando 3.0 mi 4.9
CASTLEVIEW ELEMENTARY Orlando 3.1 mi 4.9
PALM LAKE ELEMENTARY Orlando 3.5 mi 7.9
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando 3.6 mi 6.0
UNIVERSAL EDUCATION CENTER Orlando 3.7 mi 7.2
FLORIDA VIRTUAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orlando 3.6 mi 8.0
FLORIDA VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL Orlando 3.6 mi 4.7
FLORIDA VIRTUAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Orlando 3.6 mi 5.7
CHAIN OF LAKES MIDDLE Orlando 4.0 mi 4.5
BAY LAKE ELEMENTARY Windermere 3.6 mi 6.2
SUNSET PARK ELEMENTARY Windermere 3.7 mi 8.7
SUNSHINE ELEMENTARY Orlando 4.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32836 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,921

Median Home Value

$637,300

Median Rent

$1,978/mo

Population

24,648

College Educated

58.7%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

39.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bay Meadows Elementary has a median household income of $111,921. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $637,300, with a median rent of $1,978/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bay Meadows Elementary

What grades does Bay Meadows Elementary serve?

Bay Meadows Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bay Meadows Elementary?

Bay Meadows Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 722 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay Meadows Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bay Meadows Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bay Meadows Elementary rank in FL?

Bay Meadows Elementary is ranked #57 out of 3,777 schools in FL.

What is Bay Meadows Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bay Meadows Elementary has a composite rating of 9.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bay Meadows Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bay Meadows Elementary has 74.6% math proficiency and 74.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Bay Meadows Elementary a charter school?

No, Bay Meadows Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bay Meadows Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bay Meadows Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay Meadows Elementary?

26.0% of students at Bay Meadows Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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How does Bay Meadows Elementary stack up?

PRINCETON ELEMENTARY
9.3

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ORANGE
District Enrollment
206,815
Schools in District
275
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,656
District Rank
#4 of 258

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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