Very Good
#1170 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 31% in state
Waterford Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
12950 LAKE UNDERHILL RD, Orlando, FL 32828
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,170 of 3,778
In Orlando
#49 of 192
public schools
In district
#73 of 258
ORANGE
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Waterford Elementary
Waterford Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Waterford Elementary serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Waterford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,170 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Waterford Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Waterford Elementary — Students at Waterford Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.5/10.
How Waterford Elementary Compares
See how Waterford Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12950 LAKE UNDERHILL RD, Orlando, FL 32828
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waterford Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TIMBER LAKES ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CYPRESS SPRINGS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CAMELOT ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE Orlando | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| LITTLE LORDS AND LADIES CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Orlando | 1.1 mi | — |
| CENTER ACADEMY - WATERFORD LAKES Orlando | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| LEGACY MIDDLE Orlando | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| SUNRISE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ECON RIVER HIGH CHARTER Orlando | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CAMELOT ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CASTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| UCP EAST CHARTER Orlando | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| UNIVERSITY HIGH Orlando | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF EAST ORLANDO Orlando | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ANDOVER ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| BONNEVILLE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| STONE LAKES ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| TIMBER LAKES ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| CYPRESS SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| RIVERDALE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| TIMBER CREEK HIGH Orlando | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32828 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,927
Median Home Value
$403,700
Median Rent
$1,830/mo
Population
69,937
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVALON ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.3 |
| BARDMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole, FL | 7.3 |
| CANNELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 7.3 |
| CRAWFORDVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crawfordville, FL | 7.3 |
| CREATIVE INSPIRATION JOURNEY SCHOOL OF ST CLOUD St. Cloud, FL | 7.3 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise, FL | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waterford Elementary
What grades does Waterford Elementary serve?
Waterford Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Waterford Elementary?
Waterford Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waterford Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Waterford Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waterford Elementary rank in FL?
Waterford Elementary ranks #1,170 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Waterford Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Waterford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Waterford Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waterford Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Waterford Elementary a charter school?
No, Waterford Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waterford Elementary a Title I school?
No, Waterford Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waterford Elementary?
43.7% of students at Waterford 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.2%
- Phone
- (407) 249-6410
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #73 of 258
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